youth worker

Posted on December 04, 2024 by Employer details Grande Prairie Friendship Centre

Job details

*Position Overview* The Grande Prairie Friendship Centre is seeking a Youth Worker. The role involves planning, organizing activities, and building relationship with elders and tri-school districts, and ensuring the overall success of the youth program. *Reports to:* Youth Program Coordinator *Position Details:* Part-time (28 hours/week) *Qualifications and Requirements* · Human Services experience · At minimum 2-years experience working with youth · Capacity to work with diverse cultural backgrounds · Capacity to work with Elders and Knowledge Keepers · Strong knowledge of the Indigenous culture · Ability to work independently · Problem-solving skills · Demonstrates a non-judgmental attitude · Resourceful · Knowledge with Podcasts · Proficient in oral and written communication · Ability to do presentations aimed for youth · Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings · Cleared criminal record and child intervention checks · Class 5 drivers *Responsibilities* · Develop and design age-appropriate programs and activities for youth participants · Work in partnership with the tri-school district and community organizations · Work collaboratively with other programs at the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre · Develop and maintain awareness of services and programs for youth where appropriate · Ensure implementation of policies, procedures of the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre · Work with Elders and Knowledge Keepers to ensure the project activities and goals are met · Develop and facilitate activities as required within the project mandate · Supporting Elders and Knowledge Keepers in programming and meet with them to plan activities within each school district · Ensure material is ready for each class · Follow a workplan as set out by supervisor · Related duties as required *Please apply with resume and cover letter to: admin@gpfriendship.com* Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 28 per week Benefits: * Flexible schedule Work Location: In person