Youth Worker

Adams Lake Indian Band•Chase, BC

1d•CA$24 - CA$28•Onsite

About The Position

Adams Lake Indian Band is seeking one fulltime Youth Activities Worker for IR #4. The Youth Worker will report to Le7 r knucten. Youth Worker responsibilities include assisting in developing work plans and supervision of the youth. Providing a variety of educational, recreational and community youth programs and activities to assist youth in the development of social and personal growth as members and community members of the Adams Lake Indian Band.

Requirements

Grade 12 education or equivalent (certificate or diploma required)
Experience working with high-risk youth and families
Experience working in First Nations environment
Good verbal and written communications skills and organization skills
Confidentiality when dealing with a variety of people and sensitive information
Self-motivated and ability to work independently
Flexibility is a must to adapt to changing work priorities
Must work weekends and evenings with minimal supervision
Valid Class 4 BC Driver's License (or willing to obtain Class 4 within probationary period)
Current Drivers Abstract (Copy)
Level One First Aid Certificate
Current valid Class 5 BC Driver’s license
Current Criminal Records Check with vulnerable sector clearance with results acceptable to ALIB

Nice To Haves

Ideal candidate would reside within 60km of the Chase Office.

Responsibilities

Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Adams Lake Band policies and procedures
Creates and develops a rapport and relationship with all youth, the ALIB staff, community and various external agencies (School, Agencies and Organizations, RCMP)
Plans, advertises, organizes, and supervises children and youth in recreational activities
Plans and delivers recreational athletic fitness and sporting activities
Assist in developing new initiatives, activities and events
Encourages participation of the entire family in activities and events
Plans and organize activities that encourage the youth to be interactive with youth from outside the community
Provides information and referrals to community services such as health care, addictions counselling, mental health services, educational services and employment services
Collaborates with Cultural supports, Elders Coordinator, and community to increase the participation of youth in traditional Secwepemc activities
Encourages volunteerism and positive helpful behavior in youth
Maintains work and activities area in clean and professional manner
Maintains the 14-passenger work Van (ALIB Fleet) according to vehicle inspections, including cleanliness and upkeep of the vehicle log books)
Understands the responsibilities and obligation under the Duty to Report
Reports all safety concerns for youth and staff in a timely manner to supervisor
Other related duties as required