Job Description

PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER(Onsite)

CLOSES: Open Until Filled

Be Part of Something Meaningful!

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Guide our Uxwumixw (community) youth through culturally-rooted programming that honors Sk?wx?wu7mesh snew?iyelh (teachings). Your leadership will create safe spaces where children experience wenaxws (respect), cultural connection, and holistic support at our Youth Centre.

What You'll Do

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Oversee daily operations and programming at the Squamish Nation Youth Centre Develop and implement culturally-grounded child & youth community programs Supervise Child and Youth Workers (01-03), ensuring policy compliance and performance management Coordinate with other Squamish Nation departments to deliver integrated services Create systems to evaluate and improve youth programs through community feedback Provide temporary outreach services when needed Maintain safety protocols that align with Sk?wx?wu7mesh values of child wellbeing Model trauma-informed practices that honor intergenerational healing

What We're Looking For

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5+ years experience in child/youth programming with 2+ years in supervisory roles Degree/diploma in Child & Youth Care or related field (CYCC certification preferred) Demonstrated ability to develop culturally-responsive youth programs Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and Indigenous healing practices Experience with performance management and team leadership Excellent communication skills for multi-stakeholder collaboration Understanding of Squamish Nation policies and governance structures Cultural humility and respect for Sk?wx?wu?7mesh values, sovereignty, and self-determination.

Why Work With Us

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Impactful Work

- Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estetx? w s?walwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw s?walwen cht (Security), Na es?w'u?w'ulh s?walwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhilhkw'is s?walwen cht (Belonging)

Professional Growth

- We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development

Sk?wx?wu7mesh Uxwumixw Values

- Be part of an organization that values Uxwumixw (community/peoples), snew?iyelh(guiding through teachings), wenaxws (respect) and inclusivity.

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources - our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

Salary: $75,000 - $112,500

Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Benefits

: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.

Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose

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es will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant