Youth Support Worker

Lac La Ronge Indian Band Health Services
Employer Name:
Lac La Ronge Indian Band Health Services
We are looking for a compassionate, caring, non-judgmental, role model who lives a healthy lifestyle and is familiar with the Woodland Cree Culture and practices. The ideal candidate must have strong organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, must be able to work flexible hours and work independently. About the facility:
The Youth Support Program is located in all LLRIB Health Services, Clinics and is part of the Cultural Program located in La Ronge, Morins Hill.
About the position:
Youth Support Worker will assist children and youth developing life skills, social skills and/or access to community resources. Providing individual care and guidance. The candidate will work with the Prevention & Recovery and Cultural staff in the communities, with youth, community members, and health care professional workers.
Duties:
Increasing awareness and understanding of issues among First Nations youth;
Willingness to contribute in thoughtful and innovative ways to development and implementation of awareness and prevention;
Assist in organizing a committee in each community and engaging youth to discuss relevant issues and concerns;
Participate in developing youth planning in each community;
Assist P&R and Cultural team/program in facilitating grief workshops;
Inspire youth to live a healthy lifestyle;
Attend Meetings, case conferences and trainings as required;
Other duties as assigned by supervisor &/or designate

Qualifications:

Grade 12 or combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
Strong organizational skills & able to multitask;
Experience in facilitating groups, public speaking, presentations and writing reports;
Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team;
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends;
Ability to speak/understand Cree and/or knowledge of Cree c

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