YLP- Youth Worker

Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families is a multi service non-profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families, dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families.

Position # 2025-150
Position Title Youth Worker- YLP (2 Positions Available)
Posting Date June 18, 2025
Start Date ASAP
Position Status Part-time, Determinate until March 31st, 2026
Salary Range Inuuqatigiit Centre offers a competitive wage and benefit package

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Manager of Community Initiatives and Mental Health, the Youth Worker assists, prepares, and deliver evening activities for the Youth Life Promotion Program. The Youth Worker will assist evening program staff with planning and delivering activities, daily cleaning and other duties as assigned. The Youth Worker will communicate regularly with the Program Coordinator for scheduling, concerns, ideas, and supplies needed for the program.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist program team with preparing activities and supplies
Plan, facilitate and lead evening program activities for youth
Adapt programs to include all participants
Communicate effectively with Program Coordinator on program needs
Assist with serving dinner and snacks
Supervise participants in activities at all times
Be a positive role model and use positive behaviour guidance strategies
Actively participate in team meetings and trainings
Assist in daily cleaning and sanitization of the program space

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Must demonstrate stress resistance and stamina in working with youth
Regular physical activity associated with program activities, and carrying material/ supplies
Mental effort is required to deal with stress related to safety and security of youth and delivery of programming and effectively deal with crisis

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Written and spoken fluency in Inuktitut an asset
Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities
Knowledge of the needs of Inuit youth
Knowledge of Inuit culture and community
Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports

Experience working in an Afterschool program with youth
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment
Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment
Ability to respond effectively in crisis situation
Flexibility, enthusiasm, and commitment to youth

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Inuit descent preferred
Working towards High School diploma

Vulnerable Sector Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Personnel Policies and Procedures

Medical certification of good health
TB Test if applicable and other immunizations up-to-date
COVID-19 vaccine (Dose 1 & 2)
CPR / First Aid Certification (or willingness to become certified)

Please apply with a cover letter and up-to-date resume to: Human Resources Department, at jobs@inuuqatigiit.ca

Inuuqatigiit Centre is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of our Inuit community in Ottawa.

Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.

Eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

Job descriptions may be obtained by email or on the website.

Note that accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require specific accommodations, please contact the HR Department through the information provided above, so that we can make suitable arrangements with you.

When two equally qualified candidates are considered for the same position, preference will be given to the candidate of Inuit descent.

We thank all who apply to this position. Only those applicants selected for an
interview will be contacted.

This position is dependent upon funding approval