Aadiziwin Community Mentor
Confidential
Posted: February 27, 2026
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Quick Summary
Delivering training and mentorship programs to youth in a community setting, with a focus on promoting healthy lifestyles, education, and personal growth.
Required Skills
Job Description
Aadiziwin Community Mentor
Term: Full-time Contract (One-Year)
Department: Anishinaabe Aadiziwin
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary Range: $25 - $30 per hour (Depending on education and experience)
In partnership with Right to Play’s (RTP) Indigenous Programs, the Aadiziwin Community Mentor will be responsible for planning and implementing programming aligned with the Youth Apprenticeship Program initiatives in the Whitefish River First Nations’ (WRFN) Anishinaabe Aadiziwin Five-Year Community Plan for the well-being of children and youth. The Aadiziwin Community Mentor will deliver community-driven, culturally relevant, play-based programming designed to strengthen leadership, self-confidence, and self-efficacy among children and youth.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Meet with local schools and/or education authorities to explore programming opportunities for elementary to high‑school-aged youth.
Facilitate the registration process and provide program information to interested participants.
Design a program schedule with the Anishinaabe Aadiziwin Team and WRFN Community that reflects participant needs and interests.
Attend and travel to a national in-person training to learn outcome-based play programming.
Participate in remote trainings, ceremonial events, and support youth events as required.
(For a complete job description, please email [email protected].)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Diploma or coursework in Child & Youth Work, Recreation, Social Services, Education, Indigenous Studies, or related fields.
Experience working with children and youth in community, recreation, sport, education, or land-based programs.
Experience supporting or facilitating culturally grounded programming, ideally within First Nation communities.
Prior involvement with Right to Play, after-school programs, youth engagement, or sport‑for‑development initiatives would be an asset.
Ability to work flexible hours, including after‑school or occasional weekend events.
SKILLS
A role model who demonstrates healthy choices, leadership, and community responsibility.
Understanding of Right to Play principles: play-based learning, positive youth development, inclusion, resilience‑building, and safe programming.
Strong knowledge of local culture, traditions, language, teachings, and community protocols—or willingness to learn.
Skills in mentoring youth, building trust, modeling positive behavior, and fostering belonging.
Strong communication skills, both one-on-one and when leading groups.
**Upon hire, the successful candidate must submit a Police VSS Check. ** **
APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MARCH 13TH, 2026, AT NOON.
Interested applicants must submit a current resume, cover letter, two (2) work-related references, and one (1) character reference (with contact information).
At Whitefish River First Nation, we value diversity and inclusion. Miigwetch to all who apply; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.