Urban Indigenous Healthy Living Program Worker – Youth & Adult (18 month contract)

United Native Friendship Centre; Fort Frances; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The United Native Friendship Centre is seeking a dedicated individual to develop and manage health programs tailored for Indigenous youth, adults, and seniors. The position involves community consultation, program planning, and evaluation, with a focus on promoting healthy lifestyles. Candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills and be committed to fostering community relationships and ensuring health standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in community programming and health initiatives is essential.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and health disparities is preferred.
• Strong organizational and assessment skills required.

Responsibilities

• Consult and assess community health program needs, focusing on Indigenous populations.
• Develop and oversee fitness, nutrition, and wellness programs.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and engage in community outreach.

Skills

Program Development

Community Engagement

Health Promotion

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in health sciences or related field

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

• Consult with community to determine healthy lifestyle program needs and interests, specifically with Indigenous, youth, adults and seniors
• Develop and manage the program schedule on a quarterly basis reflecting the
  needs, interests and available resources of the community and ensuring that
  mandatory program components are met
• Plan, organize, supervise, assess, and facilitate physical fitness and recreation
  programs, sport activities, healthy eating and weight management programs,
  youth leadership and smoking cessation programs appropriate for participant
  knowledge base and physical capabilities
• Maintain and manage program activity records and participant files
• Evaluate program effectiveness and identify program enhancements
• Regular communication and program coordination with other Friendship Centre
  programs
• Establish and maintain relationships and partnerships with local community
  sports, fitness, and recreation agencies/organizations
• On-going program promotion within the community, specifically targeting
  Indigenous youth, adults and seniors
• Actively seeking volunteers to assist with and support program activities
• Ensure that all program reports are accurate, complete and are submitted in a
  timely manner
• Ensure that all programs and activities are facilitated to meet health and safety
  standards, addressing injury prevention
• As directed and required, participate in professional development and ensure
  certification is kept up-to-date, specifically First Aid/CPR and Injury Prevention
• Ensure that programs are available outside of the Friendship Centre normal
  hours of operation (Monday to Friday)
• Regularly report to the assigned Team Lead
• Create and maintain community relationships and role model healthy lifestyle
  behaviours

or drop off at 427 Mowat Avenue, Fort Frances, Ontario