Youth Access Space Support Worker

Entreinstitute; Eskasoni First Nation; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth service organization in Eskasoni First Nation is seeking a Youth Support Worker who will help implement various youth programs both indoors and outdoors. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational skills, experience working with children, and a good understanding of Mi’kmaq culture. This position offers a flexible work week and requires a high school diploma. Please apply online with your resume and cover letter before the deadline.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and youth.
• Criminal record check is required.
• Child Abuse registry (in Nova Scotia) check is required.
• Knowledge of Mi’kmaq culture and values is essential.
• Speaking Mi’kmaq is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Implement youth programs in community and schools.
• Work as part of a team.
• Work outdoors when required.
• Coordinate supplies for programs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

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, the Youth Support worker will work as part of the team implementing 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

• 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 – December 19, 2025 to:

Maxine Stevens, Human Resource Officer

* In person applications not accepted, please apply online

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