Cree Youth Mentor & Community Support

Autism Services; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Onion Lake Family Services in Canada is seeking a Oskapew (Male Youth Worker) to provide prevention and intervention services that support youth and families by promoting healthy relationships, cultural values, and the Cree Way of Life. The role emphasizes building trusting relationships, one-on-one mentorship, connecting families to resources, and organizing cultural and land-based activities.

You will work primarily in community settings (about 80% in homes and the community, with 20% in the

Qualifications

• Youth Care Worker certificate or diploma; equivalences will be considered.
• Relevant work or lived experience will be considered.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence with an acceptable driver's abstract.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide prevention and intervention services supporting youth and families.
• Mentor youth one-on-one and build trusting relationships.
• Coordinate cultural, recreational, and land-based activities.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, schools, and community partners.
• Respond to crisis situations when needed and maintain client records.

Skills

Mentoring

Relationship building

Community resources navigation

Crisis intervention

Education

Youth Care Worker certificate or diploma

Social work certificate or diploma

Job description

Onion Lake Family Services in Canada is seeking a Oskapew (Male Youth Worker) to provide prevention and intervention services that support youth and families by promoting healthy relationships, cultural values, and the Cree Way of Life. The role emphasizes building trusting relationships, one-on-one mentorship, connecting families to resources, and organizing cultural and land-based activities.

You will work primarily in community settings (about 80% in homes and the community, with 20% in the