Wasauksing - 11 emplois
Parry Sound, ON
Posté hier
Détails de l'emploi :
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Salary:
Position Summary:
Wasauksing First Nation is accepting applications for a Youth Worker. The Youth Worker is responsible for organizing and coordinating recreational and awareness activities/workshops for Wasauksing youth ages 13 -18 years of age, incorporating history and culture, where appropriate.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- The Youth Worker acts as a confidante to youth individually and as an advocate for youth collectively:
- Discusses challenges facing youth helping them generate options to make good decisions, emphasizing personal growth, self-esteem, confidence and assertiveness.
- Organizes, delivers and participates in various recreation programs/tournaments: volleyball, badminton, basketball, floor hockey, etc.
- Participates as a member of multi-disciplinary teams of community caregivers to ensure effective and efficient services for community members.
- Work closely with Elders to obtain knowledge and guidance to assist youth.
- Organizes and supervises youth day camp.
- Designs, develops and prepares proposals for funding of programs and services to enhance youth activities.
- Operates in accordance with and ensures compliance to the Wasauksing First Nation Administrative, Finance and program policies and procedures as may be updated and amended from time to time.
- Other duties/tasks/responsibilities as required and as assigned.
- Provides moral support, and encouragement to youth individually and in groups regarding personal issues and stay in school strategy.
- Explores and arranges various arts and crafts practiced by community, handed down from generation to generation.
- Participates in group exchange.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures of Wasauksing First Nation and any other relevant policies and procedures from external agencies and partners
- Perform other duties within the scope of the position as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor
- Attend appropriate workshops, seminars, and training sessions as required and as assigned to remain current and up-to-date on topics of concern to the work assignments for the position.
- Liaise with other First Nations, program agencies, and related organizations/institutions to network effectively for the benefit of the Wasauksing First Nation, Chief and Council and the community.
Education & Experience:
- Certificate or Diploma in a Social Services discipline
- High School Diploma or equivalent with 3 years experience in a Social Services setting.
- Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to speak Ojibway would be an asset.
- Must have a proficient level of communication skills, verbal and written.
- Must possess excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent computer skills an asset.
- A current and valid Drivers Licence and dependable vehicle, is an asset.
- Provide a current CPIC
Applications must be received no later than June 24 @ 4:00 pm
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This position is for a Youth Worker based in Parry Sound, ON and is listed as a part-time role with Wasauksing.
The Youth Worker organizes and coordinates recreational and awareness activities for youth ages 13–18, including programs and tournaments, works with Elders, mentors youth, and designs proposals for funding to enhance activities.
Candidates should have a Certificate or Diploma in a Social Services discipline, or a High School Diploma with 3 years of Social Services experience, plus a valid First Aid/CPR certificate.
Ability to speak Ojibway would be an asset, and the role involves working closely with Elders and the community to incorporate history and culture where appropriate.
Responsibilities include acting as a confidante and advocate for youth, organizing youth day camps, working in multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with Wasauksing policies.
Applications must be received no later than June 24 at 4:00 pm, and the role involves part-time hours with on-site duties in Parry Sound, ON.
A current and valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle are assets, along with strong communication, organizational, and computer skills, and providing a current CPIC.
