Careers

Are you looking to make a difference? Do you want to shape the course of Canadian communities? Do you like to have fun and enjoy collaborating with people? You might consider employment with Big Brothers Big Sisters.

As employment opportunities arise, they are posted below. Qualified candidates are encouraged to send resumes to the contacts provided for each position. Only those candidates that are being considered will be contacted. No phone calls or e-mail follow-ups please.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orillia & District (BBBSOD) is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. BBBSOD offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orillia and District is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, immigrants and refugees. We strive to reflect the diversity of our communities in our staff and programming. If you are contacted by BBBSOD regarding a job opportunity, please advise us prior to the interview if you require accommodation.

PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

Function:

The primary function of the placement student is program delivery. The student will be matched with children/ youth within a site-based environment to deliver 1-1 and group based mentoring programs, including: in-school mentoring, Go Girls and Game On, Group Mentoring and After School Mentoring. In addition, the student will be assigned various clinical responsibilities throughout the placement.

Student Responsibilities:

Upon successful screening, the student’s responsibilities will include:

• Participate in orientation, service delivery and Pre-Match training administered by the agency

• Matched with mentees in an in-school mentoring match, co-facilitate Group mentoring programs as referrals come in (ratio of mentors to mentees will never exceed 1:4)

• Maintain regular dialogue with program staff throughout the match – comply with required match monitoring check ins – providing thorough, unique and detailed responses to questions, whether verbal or written (making notes after each match contact will ensure you capture important information and any notable changes in mentee/ match)

• Be clear in communication with mentee, placement colleagues, school liaisons and agency staff, particularly around contacts, timing, planned activities and issues of concern

• Commit to a positive, formal closing of the mentoring match

• Follow agency and child protection protocols as discussed in your training – your program staff are always able to guide and support you

• Assist Mentoring Coordinator with intake of volunteers including orientation, interviewing, reference checks and other screenings.

• Conduct reference checks of potential volunteers

• Maintain case notes on every match support check in/ dialogue in accordance with the National Standards

• Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined in agency Privacy and Confidentiality Policy

• Perform administrative functions as required to manage caseload

• Complete a performance appraisal including goals and objectives for placement

• Assist with recreation/fundraising events as required

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

The student must be enrolled in a SSW, CYC, post-secondary diploma program at Georgian College or a BSW post-secondary program at Lakehead University. In addition to this, the agency may require the student to have:

• Successful submission of a clear police abstract including vulnerable sector

• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Strong problem solving and time management skills

• Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Sound computer skills

• Ability to work flexible hours

• Access to a vehicle, reliable transportation

• Access to a computer with video call capabilities, and internet connection

• Access to a secure, confidential space in order to work from home while abiding by agency privacy and confidentiality policy

If you have any questions about placement opportunities at BBBSOD, please contact our Mentoring Coordinator, Cearia, @Cearia.Watton-Somersett@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

CO-OP OPPORTUNITIES FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Function:

The student will be providing assistance to permanent staff of both the clinical, and fundraising department.

Student Responsibilities:

Upon successful screening, the student’s responsibilities will include:

• Participate in orientation, service delivery and training administered by the agency

• Assist in the planning and organizing of programming and fundraising events

• Maintain regular dialogue with agency staff throughout their co-op – comply with required morning check ins – providing thorough, unique and detailed responses to questions, whether verbal or written

• Be supervised and supported by, and remain accountable to, agency staff

• Emphasize behaviour such as trust, respect, reliability, honesty, fairness, commitment, resilience,

kindness

• Place primary importance upon the protection and well-being of children and youth

• Be clear in communication with placement/ co-op colleagues, and agency staff, particularly around contacts, timing, planned activities and issues of concern

• Take initiative in planning your time, and learning opportunities that you are interested in being a part of

• Respect the privacy and diversity of the confidential files you may be working with

• Follow agency and child protection protocols as discussed in your training – your program staff are always able to guide and support you

• Assist with recreation/fundraising events as required

• Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, sorting, mailing and printing

• Work with clinical staff to develop resources and programming materials for mentors and mentees

• Create social media posts

• Complete other assigned duties as needed