Youth Support Worker

Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government; Dawson City; On-site; CAD 2,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Youth Support Worker to empower youth through engaging programs and mentorship. This role focuses on fostering personal competencies, self-confidence, and cultural awareness among young individuals. The successful candidate will work closely with youth, delivering recreational and cultural activities while addressing social-emotional challenges. Join a supportive environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people and contribute to community well-being. If you are passionate about youth development and have the skills to guide and inspire, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth and leading recreational programs.
• Ability to provide mentorship and support to youth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned programs and activities for youth aged 8-30.
• Establish trust and provide guidance and mentorship.

Skills

Mentorship

Youth Work

Conflict Resolution

Cultural Awareness

Problem Solving

Relationship Building

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Coursework in mental health or community work

Tools

Standard First Aid certification

Class 5 driver’s license

Food Safe certification

WHMIS certification

Job description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH PREFERENCE TO THE CITIZENS

Competition #: 2025-03-004

Youth Support Worker - Term

Department: Ni'ehłyat Nidähjì (Our Families Our Futures)

Location: Kajit-in Zho (Youth House) – Dawson, YT

Posting Date: March 25, 2025

Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75

Start Date: Immediately

Salary: Level 3 Step 1 ($2,252.25 biweekly)

Closing Date: Until Filled

Reporting to the Kajit’in Zho Evening Supervisor, the Youth Support Worker is tasked with the front-line delivery of planned and scheduled programs and activities for youth ages 8 – 30 years. The recreational, cultural and social programs help youth gain personal competencies (i.e. life skills), self-confidence and self-awareness, social and relationship skills, conflict resolution capabilities, problem-solving and leadership skills, and opportunities to learn traditional knowledge and explore TH culture. Programming is based out of Kʼäjìt-in Zho (Youth House) and delivered from various venues, including: the Chief John Jonas Support Centre, community facilities, on-the-land camps and occasionally in other Yukon communities. The incumbent works very closely with the youth to establish trust and provide support, guidance and mentorship as well as ensure that daily programming activities are effectively organized and delivered.

An Eligibility List may be established from this competition – the duration of the eligibility list may be up to 12 months. The eligibility list may be used to fill future permanent full-time, permanent part-time, temporary full-time, temporary part-time, term, or auxiliary on-call vacancies within the same department and classification based on the organizational needs by going the next highest ranked candidate until the eligibility list expires.

If this opportunity interests you, please submit a cover letter & resume clearly demonstrating the qualifications below, as selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter and resume.

Essential Qualifications:

1. Grade 12 diploma or equivalent combined with coursework or training in mental health, community work, youth work, or in a related field. An equivalent combination of education, knowledge, skills and experience may be considered.
2. Experience working with children, youth or young adults and leading activities, recreational programs, and/or group excursions.
3. Sound understanding of the social-emotional and developmental challenges faced by youth, such as substance use, sexuality and risky behaviors.
4. Ability to provide strong mentorship and act as a positive role model.
5. Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, TH government structure, culture, traditions, history, demographics, family structures, socio-economic dynamics, and the impacts of residential schools on youth and their families and communities.
6. Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, basic Hän language words and phrases.
7. Ability to set healthy boundaries and remain professional.
8. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with youth/students, parents/guardians, families and community members.

Conditions of Employment:

1. Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
2. Standard First Aid certification.
3. Class 5 driver’s license and clear Driver’s Abstract.
4. Class 4 license or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, an asset.
5. Food Safe and WHMIS certificates.
6. TH101 cultural awareness training.

A detailed job description is available upon request.

Apply online at: https://www.trondek.ca/work-with-us/job-board/

Phone: [phone] Send inquiries to: [e-mail]

Physical Location: 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, Yukon

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

“To work together, to speak with one voice and to serve Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Citizens in the pursuit of a strong, healthy, and united future.”