Youth Support Worker

Lac La Ronge Indian Band

  • Canada
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
We are looking for a compassionate, caring, non-judgmental, role model who lives a healthy lifestyle and is familiar with the Woodland Cree Culture and practices. The ideal candidate must have strong organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, must be able to work flexible hours and work independently. If you feel like this would be a good fit for your personality and career ambition, we encourage you to apply! About the facility: The Youth Support Program is located in all LLRIB Health Services, Clinics and is part of the Cultural Program located in La Ronge, Morin’s Hill.
About the position: Youth Support Worker will assist children and youth developing life skills, social skills and/or access to community resources. Providing individual care and guidance. The candidate will work with the Prevention & Recovery and Cultural staff in the communities, with youth, community members, and health care professional workers.Duties:
  • Increasing awareness and understanding of issues among First Nations youth;
  • Willingness to contribute in thoughtful and innovative ways to development and implementation of awareness and prevention;
  • Assist in organizing a committee in each community and engaging youth to discuss relevant issues and concerns;
  • Participate in developing youth planning in each community;
  • Assist P&R and Cultural team/program in facilitating grief workshops;
  • Inspire youth to live a healthy lifestyle;
  • Attend Meetings, case conferences and trainings as required;
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor &/or designate
Qualifications:
  • Grade 12 or combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
  • Strong organizational skills & able to multitask;
  • Experience in facilitating groups, public speaking, presentations and writing reports;
  • Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team;
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends;
  • Ability to speak/understand Cree and/or knowledge of Cree culture is an asset;
  • Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening;
  • Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License;

Lac La Ronge Indian Band