Job Description
Program/Dept: Native Child Welfare
Reports To: Family Services Supervisor
Type of Employment: Full-time permanent
Wage: $25.44 – $31.63 per hour
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date: Monday, March 23, 2026 4:00 pm EST
The Youth Support Worker will promote healthy lifestyles for youth and families through development and implementation of prevention and awareness programs for youth between the ages of 13 to 18 years.
Qualifications
- Post-Secondary diploma in Child and Youth Worker or related field
- Two years’ experience working with First Nation youth in a First Nation community
- Knowledge of various Youth resources available on and off reserve
- Knowledge of the Youth Criminal Justice Act and the Child and Family Act
- Computer literacy and basic technical skills
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License
- CPR First Aid or ability to obtain within probationary period
- Recent acceptable Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
How to Apply
Submit cover letter – must address the qualifications outlined with resume.
Drop off or mail to: Administration Office, Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, 135 Lakeshore Blvd. Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario, N0H 2T0. Identify position applied for on outside of the envelope. Fax: 519.534.2130 E-mail: employment@nawash.ca For more information or to obtain a copy of the job description, please visit our website https://www.nawash.ca/employment-opportunities/ or by call the Band Office at 519.534.1689
· All applications are appreciated, however, only those selected to interview will be contacted. We strive to provide current CNUFN Employees and CNUFN Band Members with correspondence in regards to the status of their application/candidacy
· Preference will be given to CNUFN Band Members and those of Aboriginal decent who identify at time of application
· While COVID-19 vaccinations are not currently mandatory, they are encouraged for the safety of all employees, clients and community as a whole; a policy is in place, and accommodations are provided for those unvaccinated
· Due to the nature of positions, a recent acceptable Criminal Record and or Vulnerable Sector Check may be requested and paid by the Employer