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Cluster House Mentor

Winnipeg, MB
On-site
Posted Sep 2, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Cluster House Mentor assists the Cluster Manager with daily operations and provides guidance, training, and peer support to Direct Support Workers. They also provide direct care to individuals, including support with daily living skills, medication administration, and community participation.

Job details

About Us Simaril is a Winnipeg-based non-profit organization that has supported people to build full, meaningful lives since 1987. Our supports are tailored to each person’s goals, preferences, strengths, and level of support needed. We provide residential and community-based programs, including Residential Living, Supported Independent Living, Home Share, Respite, and Cluster services. Across our programs, we focus on helping people build greater choice, independence, connection, and belonging in everyday life. Our work is guided by three values: Respecting, Empowering, and Uniting. Our Why We believe a good life is shaped by the freedom to make choices, build relationships, feel connected, and belong. Our role is to create the conditions that make that possible. We support people to build lives that reflect who they are, what matters to them, and how they want to live. All of that purpose guides how we work, how we make decisions, and how we grow The Role The Cluster House Mentor supports the Cluster Manager in the day-to-day operation of the Cluster House while providing guidance, direction, and peer support to Direct Support Workers. Acting as a positive role model, the Mentor assists with onboarding and training new team members and supports staff development to promote a collaborative, effective, and high-quality team environment. Please Note: This role will primarily involve supporting individuals within female residences. To best meet the needs and preferences of the people we support, preference will be given to female candidates. This is considered a bona fide occupational requirement (BFOR). How you’ll make a difference Help create a positive work environment and maintain positive, professional relationships within the location. Assist with staff accountability, training, mentoring, and guidance, and provide encouragement and support to team members. Identify and report areas for improvement or unresolved concerns to the House Leader or Cluster Manager. Demonstrate professional boundaries and conduct in accordance with Simaril Inc. policies, procedures, and legislative requirements. Provide direct support to individuals with daily living skills, including hygiene, budgeting, healthy relationships, peer interaction, meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, and laundry. Promote independence, choice, personal growth, and community participation through appointments, recreational activities, social opportunities, and outings. Administer medications according to established procedures and maintain accurate documentation and reporting. Support positive behaviours and respond to crisis situations using prevention, intervention, and de-escalation strategies. Build and maintain positive relationships with individuals, families, and team members while providing emotional support and companionship. Assist with administrative responsibilities, including financial records, appointments, MAR sheets, menus, file archiving, meetings, and medication-related reporting. Assist with home maintenance checks, WHS inspections, and actively participate in at least one committee. Your working hours will be: Tuesday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM Friday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM What You Need to Be Successful Proof of legal eligibility to work in Canada will be required as part of the recruitment and onboarding process Post-secondary education in Community Support Work, Disability and Community Support, Social Services, Mental Health, or a related field is considered an asset The House Mentor must perform at a higher level in the Direct Support Worker role Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with continuous status Effective communication with the Cluster Manager and coworkers is essential The House Mentor’s work email must be actively used A good understanding of computers and programs, including Microsoft 365, is necessary The House Mentor may be required to work some overtime hours, with paid compensation, to provide additional support beyond regular work hours Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of experience in a social services setting Flexibility to work occasional paid overtime to provide additional support when required Ability to perform physical duties, including walking, bending, and lifting Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with frequent noise and regular interaction with staff and individuals Extended background checks including the following: Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search Adult Abuse Registry Check Child Abuse Registry Check Current First Aid and CPR Certification What We Offer: The opportunity to shape and strengthen Simaril’s Community Pension plan Paid time off Comprehensive Benefits package is available for Full-Time employees Join Simaril If you are passionate about supporting others and want to be part of an organization that is growing, we encourage you to apply. Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your experience, qualifications, and interest in future opportunities with Simaril Supported Living. Due to the anticipated volume of applications, only candidates whose qualifications closely align with current or future opportunities will be contacted. Due to the nature of the homes and the specific needs of the individuals supported, preference may be given to female candidates as a bona fide occupational requirement. Equal Opportunity Employer Simaril Supported Living is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Join a growing organization and help us bring quality, person-centred support in our community.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a social services setting and demonstrate strong communication and computer skills. The role requires the ability to perform physical duties and maintain current First Aid and CPR certifications.