YAS Youth Support Worker

Eskasoni Health Centre; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Youth Support Worker to implement engaging youth programs in various settings, including schools and the community. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with children and youth, focusing on essential life skills such as self-esteem, anger management, and healthy relationships. The ideal candidate will be organized, self-motivated, and passionate about youth development, with a strong understanding of Mi’kmaq culture. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals while enjoying a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and youth is essential.
• Knowledge of Mi’kmaq culture and communication styles is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement youth programs in community and schools.
• Coordinate supplies for youth programs and work as part of a team.

Skills

Experience working with children and youth

Knowledge of Mi’kmaq culture

Communication skills

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting

Eskasoni Mental Health

Youth Access Space

Youth Support Worker

We are seeking a Youth Support Worker for the Eskasoni Youth Access Space. Under the direction of the Eskasoni Youth Access Space Program Coordinator, Youth Support worker will implement youth programming at both the YAS building, outdoors and in Eskasoni Schools.

The ideal candidate will be well organized, self-motivated, enjoy working with children and youth and willing to work both indoors and outdoors. Youth programs will include but are not limited to: Self Esteem programs, Anger Management, Healthy Relationships, bullying, grief, budgeting/life skills and culture.

Reports to:

Youth Access Space Coordinator

Responsibilities include:

• Implement youth programs, both in community and in schools


• Work as part of a team


• Work outdoors when programs require


• Coordinate supplies for YAS programs

Requirements:

• High School or equivalent


• Experience working with children and youth

• Criminal record check


• Child Abuse registry (in Nova Scotia) check


• Knowledge of Mi’kmaq culture, communication styles and values systems


• Ability to speak Mi’kmaq an asset.

Job Type: Full time, Flexible work week according to program schedule

Deadline: Please forward your resume and cover letter on or before 4pm – May 16 2025, to:

Maxine Stevens, Human Resource Officer

*Please apply through online process, in person application will not be accepted.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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