The Prince George Native Friendship Centre (PGNFC) delivers programs and services through a lens of reconciliation, as we have been doing since the inception of the PGNFC for over 50+ years. A key component of this journey is ensuring the voices of each person are heard and included in our trauma informed and culturally dynamic approach; this perspective is critical to reconciliation. We respect and honor people's stories as they share their experiences, perspectives, and beliefs in the direction we are taking as an organization; we view this as a strength-based process, where we build upon the multitude and diversity of existing strengths.

"We are a dynamic and compassionate team facilitating individual, family, and community growth, well-being and mutual understanding through the "power of friendship".

Come join our team as a:

Child and Youth Residential Coordinator

Full Time Permanent ($35/hr.- $40/hr.)

The Child and Youth Residential Coordinator plays a key leadership role in the delivery of culturally safe, trauma-informed residential services for Indigenous children and youth. This position provides day-to-day oversight of program operations, staff supervision, and individual support planning for residents. Grounded in Indigenous values and responsive to the impacts of colonial systems, the Coordinator ensures programming reflects the cultural identities, strengths, and unique journeys of each child and youth in care.

The Coordinator is based within the residential program and supports a collaborative, community-integrated approach that fosters connection, accountability, and healing.

This is a full-time permanent position, and participation in the on-call crisis response system is required.

Qualifications include:

• BSW or a diploma in Child and Youth Care (or related field) with a minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of the health, social, and cultural determinants affecting Indigenous children and youth.
• Experience working in a residential or group care setting, preferably with Indigenous communities.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care, youth mental health, and intergenerational impacts of colonization.
• Ability to build trust, maintain professional boundaries, and model respectful, culturally safe practice.
• Required (or willing to obtain upon hire): First Aid, Class 4 Driver's License, CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention), Suicide Intervention (ASIST), and Food Safe.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector screening required.

Preference will be given to applicants of Canadian Indigenous ancestry. We encourage all candidates to self-identify. Our process is protected by the BC Human Rights Tribunal under Non-Profit Exemption.

To apply for this position, please visit our website at https://pgnfc.prevueaps.com to submit a resume and cover letter on or before May 25, 2025

Prince George Native Friendship Centre