Child and Youth Educator

Lakeland HR Solutions; Town of Bonnyville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Bonnyville is seeking a full-time Child & Youth Educator to engage with schools and communities, promoting awareness of sexual violence and facilitating educational programs. The ideal candidate has a strong background in public speaking and education, and a commitment to working with youth. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, public speaking, and working with youth are assets.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support education programs through interactive presentations.
• Promote awareness of sexual violence issues in communities.
• Develop presentations on sexual violence and consent.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Creative thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

Overview

Dragonfly Counselling & Support Centre (DCSC) is a not-for-profit, charitable organization that supports children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced sexual abuse or assault, and educates the public about sexual violence.

This full-time 1-year term Child & Youth Educator position is based primarily in the Bonnyville area. The role serves multiple locations, and travel to the DCSC service area is a required component.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supporting the Education team in facilitating DCSC education programs by providing interactive and dynamic presentations, and educational materials using age-appropriate methods and activities, either in-person or virtual, in schools and communities throughout the DCSC service region.
• Participating in community public education forums and events to promote awareness of sexual violence issues and DCSC services.
• Engaging in outreach and collaboration with schools and other community organizations.
• Facilitating presentations and online courses on sexual violence, consent, and other related topics to post-secondary and other adult audiences.
• Researching and developing new presentations and educational materials for children and youth related to sexual violence.
• Participating in various fundraising initiatives for DCSC.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree is preferred, although experience will be considered.
• Experience in education, public speaking, and working with youth are assets.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly creative, organized and adaptive.
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license.
• Comfortable speaking in front of large and small audiences.
• Facilitating education sessions and presentations both in person and virtually.

Recruitment supported by Lakeland HR Solutions.