First-in-Family Mentor

APPLICATION 2014/2015

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The process for selection is competitive and academic performance may be considered. By applying for this
position you give permission for staff of the Student Experience Office to check your grades.

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PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE:
1. A completed First-in-Family Mentor: Application 2014-2015 page;
2. A detailed cover letter;
3. Your rsum; and
4. Your Co-Curricular Record (if available).

APPLICATIONS DUE FRIDAY, MARCH 7
th
, 2014 @ 4:00 PM
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE OFFICE, 430 Tory Building
Please direct questions to:
Meghan Johnston, First Generation Student Programs Coordinator
Phone: 613.520.2600 ext. 1030
Email: meghan.johnston@carleton.ca

ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR THE TRAINING SESSION ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
th
, 2014.

First-in-Family Mentor
JOB DESCRIPTION 2014/2015
*** The Job Description pages do not need to be included in your application. ***

Position Title: First-in-Family Program Mentor
Department(s): Student Experience Office
Term of Position: Sept. 13
th
, 2014 April 30
th
, 2015 (1-5 hours/week)
Remuneration: $375 per term ($750 for academic year)

The Student Experience Office (SEO) helps students make a successful transition to university life by preparing
them to achieve their personal and academic goals. The SEO offers student support and engagement
opportunities through peer-to-peer learning, leadership development and orientation programing. The First-in-
Family Peer Mentorship Program is specifically designed to assist First Generation Students in making a successful
transition from high school to university.

Reporting directly to the First Generation Student Programs Coordinator, First-in-Family (FiF) Mentors must
engage in one-on-one mentoring with between 1 and 4 first-year first generation students. FIF Mentors must
meet one-on-one with each mentee at least twice a month for a minimum of 1 hour. Additional group mentoring
is also encouraged. First-in-Family mentors are required to attend all First-in-Family workshops and events that
do not conflict directly with scheduled class times. Mentors are responsible for completing meeting reports and
program evaluations on a regular basis. The incumbent may add this position to their Co-Curricular Record.

The First-in-Family program operates on a team structure and, as such, mentors are responsible for meeting bi-
weekly with their teams to exchange feedback about ongoing progress, successes and challenges of their
respective mentorship roles. Team meetings are led by a Lead Mentor who facilitates discussion and reports back
to the Programs Coordinator.

REQUIREMENTS:
Enrolled as a student of Carleton University for the 2014/2015 academic year
Good academic standing, as defined in the Carleton University Undergraduate Calendar
Minimum CGPA of 7.0 (70%)
*

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Interest in leadership roles
Excellent organization and time management skills
Knowledge of campus resources
Excellent judgment
Compassion and empathy for others
Being a First Generation Student is an asset
Applicants must be available to attend training Saturday, September 13
th
, 2014 from 9:00am 5:00pm

*
Any applicants not satisfying this requirement are welcome to provide additional information regarding special circumstances
affecting their academic performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct meetings with assigned mentees:
Meet with each mentee one-on-one at least twice a month for a minimum of 1 hour
Supplement one-on-one meetings with additional group mentoring
Encourage mentees to attend FiF workshops and events coordinated each month

Maintain contact with mentees:
Build a positive rapport with mentees
Respond to mentees correspondences within 48 hours
Follow-up between meetings to provide additional support and encouragement

Administrative duties:
Complete online meeting reports at the conclusion of each meeting
Complete an evaluative report at the end of each semester
Attend bi-weekly meetings with your mentor team
Attend monthly mentor team meetings
Ensure that the Programs Coordinator is informed of any concerns or conflicts in a timely fashion

General duties:
Act in accordance with your role as an ambassador and representative of the Student Experience Office
and Carleton University
Operate within the limits of training and expertise as provided in mentor training
Attend all pre-service and ongoing training sessions
Attend all workshops and events except in the event of an academic conflict
Adhere to the FiF program guidelines as outlined by the First Generation Student Programs Coordinator


PLEASE ENSURE ALL REQUIRED ELEMENTS ARE INCLUDED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.
APPLICATIONS DUE FRIDAY, MARCH 7
th
, 2014 @ 4:00 PM

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE OFFICE, 430 Tory Building
ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR THE TRAINING SESSION ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
th
, 2014.