Indigenous Youth Support & Program Coordinator FT/Permanent

METIS FAMILY SERVICES•Surrey, BC

75d•CA$29 - CA$33•Onsite

About The Position

The Indigenous Youth Support and Program Coordinator (IYSPC) plans and develops activities and programming for youth in consultation with the supervisor. Plans and implements program activities and special events; and liaises with community service providers and other professionals to coordinate service provision for youth and their families. Facilitates referrals to the program and represents the organization or program at external events. The worker will provide youth focus supports and activities on a one-to-one basis and in group activities setting at Metis Family Services. The worker prepares, promotes, and schedules group sessions, interviews, and assesses participants’ suitability, facilitates group sessions, and evaluates program’s success.

Requirements

Minimum a Diploma in a related human/social services field and preferably a Bachelor’s degree in a related subject (i.e. child and youth care, social work, or psychology), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three (3) years recent related experience including one (1) year administrative program coordinator experience.
Direct program delivery experience in the community social services sector with a demonstrated working knowledge of community-based programs and related provincial and community support services is preferred.
Good knowledge of Métis and Indigenous issues
Excellent oral, written, facilitation and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated teamwork skills.
Demonstrated ability to teach skills and work effectively with others.
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively with program staff, volunteers, non-profit or publicly funded groups / agencies, MCFD and other organizations.
Required to use own vehicle. Valid Class 5 Driver’s License, Driver’s Abstract and a reliable and safe vehicle.
Subject to a positive reference check.
Successful completion of security screening requirements of Métis Family Services, which includes a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, police record checks, enhanced security screening and degree verification.
Satisfactory proof of legal authorization to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

preferably a Bachelor’s degree in a related subject (i.e. child and youth care, social work, or psychology)
Direct program delivery experience in the community social services sector with a demonstrated working knowledge of community-based programs and related provincial and community support services is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans and develops a program in consultation with the supervisor, including implementation of program activities and special events that strengthen connections for youth to family, community, and culture.
Assists youth in understanding youth/independent living agreements and supports youth in developing Youth Agreement plans and working with social workers in accessing youth and young adult programs.
Manages a caseload and maintains contact with clients to provide one-to-one follow-up support as necessary for clients to access appropriate health, social, cultural, and other community services.
Assists clients in accessing appropriate health, social, cultural, and other community services by attending appointments with clients and providing transportation when necessary.
Formulates program referrals and intake procedures for clients referred to the program and evaluates the program in consultation with the supervisor.
Selects participants based on their suitability to the particular group session offered.
Coordinates and plans sessions in a consultative process with participants to meet participants' life skills and independence needs.
Conducts sessions, acting as a facilitator and/or invites community partners to facilitate learning activities for clients and build connections with community service providers.
Works with Elders and within the Indigenous community to facilitate cultural teachings and cultural connections for clients.
Collaborates with agency staff members to develop and coordinate a Youth Advisory Council to strengthen the youth’s voices as clients in the agency.
Oversees the day-to-day operation of the program by ensuring that the necessary facilities and equipment are in place, program guidelines and policies are adhered to, and program standards requirements are met.
Conducts program evaluation and obtains client feedback on group effectiveness, material presented, facilitation style, etc.
Reports any difficulties to the supervisor.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of community resources in order to provide program-related information to clients.
Supervises program staff and volunteers by performing duties such as assigning work and providing feedback on performance.
Orients, determines the need for, and provides training to program volunteers and practicum students.
Monitors and manages program expenditures and maintains financial records in accordance with established procedures.
Prepares the program budget for submission and presentation to supervisor and senior management.
Promotes public awareness of and support for the program by performing duties such as producing promotional materials and attending community events.
Liaises with community service providers and other professionals to coordinate service provision.
Facilitate referrals to the program and represent the organization or program in external events.
Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required.
Performs other related duties as required.