CAREERS

Job Summary

The Youth and Family Peacemaker will conduct needs assessments with identified youth on the O’Chiese and Sunchild First Nations. It is necessary for this person to communicate with parents and youth in a positive and appropriate manner.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Connect youth and families with appropriate community resources through information and supported referrals
• Connect with community agencies and service providers to ensure current knowledge of services for youth and families
• Share information about education, health and wellness, and community programs offered in the community.
• Facilitate youth and family circles to create Wellness Plans and provide ongoing support
• Identify and document barriers and support needs of referred youth and families
• Coordinate and/or facilitate workshops for youth and families
• Document service areas to be developed
• Attend meetings and training as required
• Complete reports as assigned by YTCCS Management
• Perform all other duties and tasks as directed
  
  

Qualifications

• Diploma in Social Science or Corrections
• wo or more years related work experience in casework, counselling, and/or corrections.

*Equivalent combination of education and related experience will be considered

• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
• Suitable Security Screening (Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check)
• Additional pre-employment screening may be required
  
  

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

• Ability to work with diverse population of youth, families, staff and Elders.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of Salteaux and Cree traditions and culture
• Ability to communicate both in written form and verbally
• Proven team player
• Demonstrated flexibility to meet job requirements while maintaining healthy personal boundaries
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong IT Skills including ability to utilize computer software and programs
• Experience working with youth and families either in the home, school, or community-based agency
• High-energy, positive, warm, and patient personality. Possess imagination, creativity, and non-judgmental
• Best practice experience and skill proficiency in strength-based approach to supporting youth