Youth Work Experience Program (YWEP) -La Ronge SK

Llrib; La Ronge; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lac La Ronge Indian Band in La Ronge, SK is accepting applications for a Youth Work Experience Program Coordinator (YWEP) to serve the community through April 2027.

The role involves recruiting band members aged 16–35, shortlisting, interviewing, issuing offers, maintaining records, coordinating work placements, scheduling training, and preparing final program evaluations.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• 1-year post-secondary studies preferred.
• Must be Lac La Ronge Indian Band member aged 16–35.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in office administration.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Positive, outgoing, mature attitude.
• Must provide satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Advertise and recruit Lac La Ronge Indian Band Members between 16-35 for employment.
• Review applications, shortlist, conduct interviews, selection and hiring.
• Collect RC/ VSC, draft offer letters and payroll documents.
• Maintain files of YWEP workers and secure records.
• Coordinate with program supervisors for work placements and training arrangements.
• Schedule courses, book hotels, arrange transportation and meals.
• Collect timesheets, compile reports, monitor sick leave and hours.
• Prepare final evaluation reports for YWEP workers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership / Supervisory experience

Office administration

Time management

Education

Grade 12 education or equivalent

1-year post-secondary studies preferred

Job description

CLOSED COMPETITION

(Restricted to Band Members)

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band's Post-Secondary Department is now accepting applications to fill the following term position (ending April 2027) in La Ronge, SK:

Youth Work Experience Program Coordinator (YWEP)

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:

• Work with Human Resources to advertise & recruit Lac La Ronge Indian Band Members between the ages of 16-35 to begin employment;
• Review applications, shortlist, conduct interviews, selection and hiring;
• Collecting and organizing YWEP applicants Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, drafting offer letters and other documents that payroll requires;
• Maintain files of all YWEP Workers and ensure all records are updated and secured.
• Work with various program supervisors to secure work placements for their departments;
• Disperse department applications, review applications to see the requirements;
• Ensure that basic training for the YWEP workers by providing schedules, courses from qualified instructors, basic training will include but not limited to:
  • Orientations to YWEP, First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, SCOT, Safe Food Handling
• Coordinate with program supervisors for performance and disciplinary matters of YWEP Workers;
• Basic Scheduling of courses, book hotels, arrange transportation and meals for program employees;
• Collect all YWEP Workers timesheets, ensure they are completed properly, compile a group report, monitor YWEP Workers and provide information in regards to sick leave, STAT pay, and work hours if needed;
• Complete and compile a final report which includes evaluations to be done by YWEP Workers.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Grade 12 Education or it's equivalent;
• 1-year Post Secondary Studies preferred;
• Must be a Lac La Ronge Indian Band Member between the ages of 16-35;
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License;
• Supervisory experience shall be preferred;
• Experience in office administration;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Positive, outgoing, and mature attitude is essential;
• Must be able to provide a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check and SGI Driver's Abstract

Date of Posting: July 29, 2026 Deadline for Applications: Until Suitable Candidate is Found

Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Aboriginal people, Lac La Ronge Indian Band shall give preference to Aboriginal people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience