Youth Wellness & Culture Facilitator

Mchigeeng; M’Chigeeng; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

M’Chigeeng First Nation is seeking a Youth Wellness Facilitator to deliver programs for children and youth, promoting life skills, cultural awareness, and community engagement within the community. You will work with the Child & Youth Coordinator and Professional Services to implement engaging activities and youth-led events.

The role involves planning summer programs, ensuring safety, and incorporating Anishnabemowin into delivery, with an emphasis on confidentiality and culturally respectful

Qualifications

• 2-year Social Services diploma or 2-year Child and Youth worker diploma.
• Experience working with children and youth in a community setting.
• Knowledge of First Nation culture, traditions, and ceremonies.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in life skills development and training is an asset.
• Relevant certifications or education in youth work, social work, or a related field.
• Diploma in a closely related field

Responsibilities

• Delivery of after-school programs including circles, life skills development, and training sessions.
• Organize drop-in nights, homework nights, art nights, music jam nights, and summer programming.
• Facilitate activities that incorporate culture and ceremonies.
• Help with coordinating and planning youth-led events within the community.
• Develop and implement new initiatives that support the holistic development of children and youth.
• Collaborate with community leaders, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure program success.
• Maintain accurate records and reports related to program activities and participant progress.
• Ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.
• Develop and implement summer programs aimed at engaging children and youth during school breaks.
• Incorporate Anishnabek cultural values and practices into program delivery.
• Use CASEWORKS for program delivery and reporting.
• Engage with the Community to promote awareness of programs and gather feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Cultural awareness

Confidentiality

Education

Social Services diploma

Child and Youth Worker diploma

Tools

CASEWORKS

Job description

M’Chigeeng First Nation is seeking a Youth Wellness Facilitator to deliver programs for children and youth, promoting life skills, cultural awareness, and community engagement within the community. You will work with the Child & Youth Coordinator and Professional Services to implement engaging activities and youth-led events.

The role involves planning summer programs, ensuring safety, and incorporating Anishnabemowin into delivery, with an emphasis on confidentiality and culturally respectful