Job Description
About Us
Chippewas of Nawash First Nation (CNUFN) is a warm and welcoming community located approximately 20 minutes from Wiarton and 50 minutes north of Owen Sound, along the beautiful shores of Georgian Bay. The surrounding area offers a mix- of small-town and rural living, with access to local amenities, outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community. Set near the scenic trails of the Niagara Escarpment, the region is ideal for those who enjoy nature, culture, and a balanced way of life.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay with annual wage increases
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your dependents.
- An optional registered pension plan
- Generous paid time off
- Professional Growth includes paid training programs, software certifications, and tuition reimbursement to help advance your career.
- Friendly and supportive work environment.
JOB PURPOSE
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.
KEY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Youth Programming
- Plan, develop, implement and evaluate educational programs according to the objectives of the youth prevention program
- Collaborate with other programs and services (social, cultural, educational, or recreational)
- Plan and organize all youth fundraising events in order to fund the youth programs
- Establish life skills courses and other youth support programs
- Provides information sessions on various topics to interest to youth
- Recruit leaders, volunteers, and parents for the purpose of coordinating youth activities
- Monitors the care and maintenance of all programming equipment
- Ensures transportation is provided for each program sponsored activity
Youth Counselling
- Counsels’ youth in problem-solving, decision-making and goal setting
- Provides information and makes referrals to appropriate resources, agencies, etc
- Facilitate family meetings to enhance communications between youth and family
- Attend and provide transportation to clients for appointments in relation to the youth criminal system
- Responds appropriately to special issues ie. social, psychiatric, medical, etc.
- Encourage youth to seek appropriate behaviour management care such as anger management
- Referrals to Grief counselling, addictions counselling, etc.
- Attend child family services meetings as a representative of Youth support services
Administrative Duties
- Assist in the preparation of annual service plan and youth activities budget
- Maintains accurate up-dated records and statistics of each youth and family services
- Budget and financial reporting for youth activities; submitting cheque requisitions and receipts
- Written communication: compose letters, flyers and proposals, report writing
- Prepare monthly program reports for youth activities, and statistical data consisting of
- Number of program participants, client and all contacts with the youth or other agencies
- Ensure all case files are kept confidential and filed appropriately
- Attends or facilitates case management meetings to ensure needs of youth are met
- Regularly attend and participate in staff meetings
- Participates in regular supervisory sessions and job performance reviews
- Pursues professional development by attending and participating in workshops, training, etc.
- Conform to all job relevant policies and procedures
- Assists with annual program events ie. Christmas and Halloween parties
- Plans and/or assists with program and youth fund-raising activities
- Represent Native Child Welfare in community functions as required
- Ensure all program computer data is secured and backed-up on a weekly basis
- Share in the daily operations and maintenance of the agency
- Knowledge and ability to apply health and safety policies/procedures
- Assists and performs, within capacity, other duties when required
REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience:
- Post-Secondary diploma in Child and Youth Worker or related field
- Two years’ experience working with First Nation youth and/or in a First Nation community
- Knowledge of various Youth resources available on and off reserve
Designations, Licences & Requirements:
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License and access to transportation
- Acceptable Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
- CPR First Aid or ability to obtain within probationary period
- Training and Certification in WHMIS, Occupational Health & Safety Awareness, Workplace Violence and Harassment Training, COVID-19 Health & Safety, Youth Worker Health & Safety Training.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of the Youth Criminal Justice Act and the Child and Family Act
- Ability to integrate Ojibway culture and traditions in all youth activities
- Thorough knowledge of diversion programs
- Knowledge and understanding of NCW’s mandate, philosophy, goals, and objectives
- Computer literacy and basic technical skills for troubleshooting office equipment
- Organizational and time management skills
- Ability to self motivate and work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends)
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume that clearly highlight how your experience and qualifications align with the requirements of the position. Late applications will not be accepted.
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 1-226-798-6068.
· 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
