Pitone Youth Program

Contract Student Youth Worker

9-week term @ 30 hours per week (2 available positions)

 

Position Overview

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The Pitone Youth Program includes the Weaving Wîcihitowin for Learning project, funded by the Alberta Native Friendship Centre Association. The Youth Worker(s) will fulfill duties assisting the Program Coordinator, and planning and facilitating youth programming. The Youth Workers will be responsible for providing support, guidance, and mentorship to young individuals, fostering their personal and social development. This role involves creating and implementing programs and facilitating a safe and inclusive environment for youth to thrive and working fluidly and cooperatively with other Pitone staff. Indigenous ways of knowing emphasize inclusion and belonging, and Pitone provides services for Indigenous and non-Indigenous clients, including family and caregivers of youth.

 

Located at: 10105 97Ave Grande Prairie

Reports to: Pitone Youth Program Coordinator

Position Details: Summer student position (flexible start date)

To apply for this job, you must:

· Be between the ages of 16 and 30 years old on the start date of the job

· Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and

· Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.

· 18+ year old individuals require a 3-month current and clear Criminal Record Check and Children & Youth Intervention check

· Class 5 license with reliable transportation required

· Excellent communication skills

· Strong organizational skills

· Ability to lift to 50 lbs

· Ability to work independently or in a team environment

· Standard First Aid with CPR is an asset

· Understanding of Indigenous Culture is an asset

· A clean driver’s abstract

· Strong planning skills, verbal and written communication skills

· Experience working with youth is an asset

· Enjoy spending time with youth

· Available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and occasional weekends

· Travel in and around the community when required for programming

· Participate in required GPFC events

· Other duties requested by supervisor