Youth Care Worker

Carrier Sekani Family Services; Prince George; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Carrier Sekani Family Services is seeking a Youth Care Worker in Prince George, B.C. This full-time role focuses on supporting youth through educational and cultural programs. Ideal candidates will have a background in Child and Youth Care or Social Work, along with leadership experience. Enjoy a rewarding career while contributing to Indigenous health and family services.

Benefits

Flexible time off options

Municipal Pension Plan

Extended health and dental benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working in a leadership capacity with youth.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support in the day-to-day operations of the Youth Services programs.
• Facilitate the Walk Tall afterschool programs.
• Develop and implement recreational, educational and cultural programs.

Skills

Leadership

Cultural Awareness

Education

One-year post-secondary degree or diploma in Child and Youth Care

Social Work

Job description

Career Opportunity: Youth Care Worker

Location: Prince George, B.C.

Employment Type: Full Time – 35 Hours Per Week

Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS): CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything we do. Since our beginnings in the late 1980’s, CSFS has grown to over 475 employees providing services to 11-member Nations. Discover what it means to practice differently, as you enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, as well as the natural wonders of the northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity

• Support in the day-to-day operations of the Youth Services programs.
• Facilitate the Walk Tall afterschool programs each day of the week including transport, meal, and group activity.
• Develop and implement recreational, educational and cultural programs for youth in collaboration with Youth Services team.
• Provide educational opportunities for youth in the following areas - health and wellness, impacts of colonization, addictions, family violence, abuse, self-esteem and culture and traditions.
  
  

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What You Will Bring To The Role

• One-year post-secondary degree or diploma in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or a related field.
• Experience working in a leadership capacity with youth.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
  
  

At CSFS, we understand that knowledge and experience may come from a variety of sources and encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not align perfectly with the qualifications listed above.

The Location:

Prince George sits on the traditional lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation and is the largest city in northern B.C. It is a community that includes the renowned University of Northern B.C. and the College of New Caledonia, affordable housing, complemented by an international airport. Prince George offers unparalleled access to outdoor recreation that contributes to the city's high quality of life and standards of living. The Fraser and Nechako rivers are focal points of an extensive park and trail system of more than 100 parks. Enjoy opportunities for year-round outdoor activities from camping to snowshoeing. Learn more about Prince George at https://tourismpg.com/ .

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying

• We live by our organization’s values of Responsibility, Compassion, Honesty, Integrity, Trust and Respect while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Supported to pursue life long learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution.
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers.
  
  

Wage Range: The target hiring range for this position is $26.79 to $34.70. Candidates will typically be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the wage range. Placement within the wage range is dependent on the applicants’ role specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience and in consideration of factors such as market conditions and internal equity.

Total Rewards: In addition to base salary, CSFS offers an excellent compensation package. It features unique, generous, flexible time off options promoting work-life-family balance, Municipal Pension Plan (defined benefit with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period), as well as extended health and dental benefits. At CSFS, we believe in investing in our employees through meaningful educational and professional development opportunities.

Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply.

Deadline to apply: May 26, 2025, Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

With the continuation of the global pandemic and because CSFS provides services to First Nations communities, classified as “Vulnerable Populations,” and to protect the health and safety of employees, candidates applying for employment will need to agree to provide their covid-19 vaccination status as a condition of employment.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.

CSFS is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please information our Human Resources team and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.