Youth Worker

Fort-William-First-Nation; Neebing; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort-William-First-Nation in Ontario is seeking a Youth Worker to assist and monitor nightly programs at the Youth Centre, making it welcoming and engaging for youth. The role involves guiding youth, maintaining safety, supervising activities, coordinating with staff, and ensuring daily records and reports.

Applicants should have a valid driver’s license, be able to work with others, and be within the 15–30 age range; pre-employment police checks are required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to work well with others or alone under limited supervision in a wide variety of circumstances.
• Between the ages of 15-30 yrs. Youth under the age of 17 must have completed high school or equivalent.
• Applicants must be out of school and unemployed or under employed to fulfil the requirements of this funded program.
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work independently from time to time.
• Able to create alternative solutions to problems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Pre-employment Police Records Check.
• Cooking experience with knowledge of the Canada Food Guide
• Experience with working with Youth

Responsibilities

• Help youth find information and get to know the youth, get involved in the Youth Centre, and feel part of the community and good about themselves.
• Make sure the Youth Centre is a safe place where people treat each other with respect.
• Make sure the youth follow the rules of the Youth Centre.
• Manage the Youth Centre day-to-day
• Ensure all the tasks get done to keep the Youth Centre running smoothly. This includes communication with other Youth Centre staff and keeping records of your activities.
• Monitor and evaluate the Youth Centre’s programs
• Request Youth’s input continually to improve the Youth Centre’s programs
• Consult with the Manager of the Youth and Social Development and assist with Youth Centre programs.
• Supervise and lead activities for the youth.
• Monitor the use of equipment and facilities
• Ensure that the youth and youth organizations are aware of available activities
• Promote youth programs
• Complete daily reports concerning youth programs, number participants and equipment.
• Work with FWFN summer student staff
• Maintain higher standards of site cleanliness and order.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Driver's license

Teamwork

Independence

Ages 15-30

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Police Records Check

Youth experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title

Youth Worker – One (1) Full-Time Permanent

Position Description

The Youth Worker will be responsible for assisting and monitoring nightly programs for youth that take place at the Youth Centre. The Youth Worker will make the Youth Centre friendly and attractive for youth.

Major Responsibilities

• Help youth find information and get to know the youth, get involved in the Youth Centre, and feel part of the community and good about themselves.
• Make sure the Youth Centre is a safe place where people treat each other with respect.
• Make sure the youth follow the rules of the Youth Centre.
• Manage the Youth Centre day-to-day
• Ensure all the tasks get done to keep the Youth Centre running smoothly. This includes communication with other Youth Centre staff and keeping records of your activities.
• Monitor and evaluate the Youth Centre’s programs
• Request Youth’s input continually to improve the Youth Centre’s programs
• Consult with the Manager of the Youth and Social Development and assist with Youth Centre programs.
• Supervise and lead activities for the youth.
• Monitor the use of equipment and facilities
• Ensure that the youth and youth organizations are aware of available activities
• Promote youth programs
• Complete daily reports concerning youth programs, number participants and equipment.
• Work with FWFN summer student staff
• Maintain higher standards of site cleanliness and order.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to work well with others or alone under limited supervision in a wide variety of circumstances.
• Between the ages of 15-30 yrs. Youth under the age of 17 must have completed high school or equivalent.
• Applicants must be out of school and unemployed or under employed to fulfil the requirements of this funded program.
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work independently from time to time.
• Able to create alternative solutions to problems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Pre-employment Police Records Check.
• Cooking experience with knowledge of the Canada Food Guide
• Experience with working with Youth

Salary

Salary: $45, 490/year – starting salary

Application Deadline

Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 30, 2026.