About this role
Term: Part time (21+hours) Term Contract - until March 2027 Location: Seabird Island Band Office, Agassiz, BC Status: In-Office
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Saturday (+ 1 day, flexible)
Salary: Starting from $30.74 an hour – Depending on skills and experiences.
About Us
Seabird Island is committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive workplaces grounded in Indigenous knowledge, values, and ways of being. We support a diverse range of teams across Seabird and are dedicated to fostering healthy workplaces, strong leadership, and meaningful employee experiences.
About You
We are looking for a caring, community-minded individual who is passionate about supporting youth. If you enjoy building relationships, creating engaging experiences, and making a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.
About the position
• Develop and lead a weekly Youth Drop-In Program, offering engaging, educational, and culturally relevant activities for youth.
• Plan and facilitate a variety of youth-focused activities, including cooking nights, recreational programs, movie nights, and life skills workshops.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment that supports the emotional, social, physical, and cultural well-being of youth.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with youth and their families to encourage participation and engagement.
• Identify and support youth who may be at risk by providing mentorship and connecting them with appropriate community resources and support programs.
• Collaborate with schools, community organizations, and internal programs to enhance youth services and maximize community resources.
• Incorporate youth feedback into program planning to ensure activities remain relevant, meaningful, and responsive to their interests and needs.
• Coordinate program logistics, including scheduling, transportation, attendance tracking, and activity preparation.
• Ensure the safety and supervision of participants during all program activities, adhering to established policies and procedures.
• Promote the program through community outreach, school engagement, social media, and participation in community events to increase awareness and participation.
*full job description available upon request to qualified candidate
Qualifications:
• Diploma or certificate in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Community Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and contemporary issues.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect effectively with youth, families, and community members
• Experience planning and facilitating youth programs and activities in a safe and inclusive environment.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with youth, preferably within Indigenous communities.
Benefits and perks
• Extended health and dental benefits,
• Accrued vacation and sick time,
• Access to internal training programs, professional development, and skill enhancement
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience, particularly in relation to youth. Please include references that can speak to your experience and skills.
Have a question about this position before you apply? Email [email protected].
Pre-employment screening
Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that Indigenous people bring to our team. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous people. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Relevant experience may include roles such as Youth Worker, Youth Program Coordinator, Youth Outreach Worker, Child and Youth Care Worker, Community Support Worker, Indigenous Youth Worker, Recreation Coordinator, Community Development Worker, Family Support Worker, Youth Mentor, Youth Engagement Coordinator, Community Program Coordinator, Social Services Worker, After-School Program Coordinator, or Wellness Program Coordinator. From $30.74