Eabametoong Youth Empowerment Worker

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Fort Hope; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation is recruiting for an Embametoong Youth Empowerment Worker. The role focuses on culturally grounded prevention, intervention, diversion, rehabilitation, and reintegration services to Indigenous youth, typically aged 12 to 17, at risk of or involved with the justice system.

The position is a full-time external posting on a term contract ending March 31, 2027, based in Embametoong, ON, with a starting salary of CAD 50,140 annually.

Qualifications

• Preferred diploma or degree in Indigenous Studies, Social Work/Social Services Work, Child and Youth Care, Advocacy, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, cultural knowledge, and experience.
• Experience in First Nation communities in northern/remote/fly-in settings is an asset.
• Knowledge of youth justice, diversion, restorative justice, and community programming is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally grounded prevention, intervention, diversion, rehabilitation, and reintegration services to Indigenous youth (primarily ages 12–17) at risk or involved in the justice system.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical practice; strong documentation and report-writing are required.
• Travel is required to perform duties across communities.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Relationship-building

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma/degree in Indigenous Studies or Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation

Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation is presently recruiting for a

EMBAMETOONG YOUTH EMPOWERMENT WORKER

(External Posting – Term Contract Ending March 31, 2027)

Embametoong, ON

The Eabametoong Youth Empowerment Worker (EYE) provides culturally grounded prevention, intervention, diversion, rehabilitation, and reintegration services to Indigenous youth, primarily ages 12 to 17, who are at risk of or involved in the justice system.

Qualifications:

• Preferred diploma or degree in Indigenous Studies, Social Work/Social Services Work, Child and Youth Care, Advocacy, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, cultural knowledge, and experience.
• Experience working in First Nation communities, including northern, remote, or fly-in communities, is an asset.
• Knowledge of youth justice, diversion, restorative justice, community programming, preferred.
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, histories, traditions, and community realities.
• Understanding of youth development, trauma-informed practice, and strength-based approaches.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong documentation, report-writing, and computer skills (Microsoft programs)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with community and justice partners.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical practice.
• Ability to speak Cree, Oji-Cree, or Ojibway an asset.
• Travel is required

Location: Embamtoong, ON
Hours: Full Time – Contract (35 Hours Per Week)
Starting Salary: $50,140 Annually
Existing Vacancy: Yes
CLOSING DATE: October 23, 2026

NALSC invites applications from qualified members of NAN. Please indicate in your cover letter how you meet the criteria for the position and whether you are a NAN member. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

For more information, please visit our website: https://nanlegal.on.ca/jobs/