Job Description

Title:

Youth Programs Coordinator

Reports To:

Youth Programs Manager

Responsibilities:

Collaborate in developing a work plan that is culturally relevant, appropriate, and effective for strengthening connections with adolescents and young adults in Labrador

Implement health and social development activities for youth ages 11-24 using art, culture and technology

Facilitate the delivery of sexual health, harm reduction, and related wellness education

Provide opportunities for learning, career exploration, community building and recreation

Develop and implement online activities, events and campaigns for social media platforms

Organize capacity-building initiative to uplift Indigenous youth voices

Identify and develop effective partnerships and networks among community-based service providers and public health

Implement, and modify as needed, the project evaluation plan and work with an external evaluator to ensure objectives are met

Make recommendations for budget and funding submissions after consultation with the Executive Director and/or Youth Programs Manager of the Friendship Centre

Complete monthly, annual progress reporting and final evaluation reporting

Represent the program in a professional manner, as a public ambassador to partners, government and communities

Travel as required

Training and in-service as required

Other related duties

Qualifications:

Post-secondary graduate in Community Studies or health related field, or a combination of work-related experience and training

Two years' experience in a related field in health or social program delivery

Experience in the delivery of cultural programs

Understanding of social and cultural barriers affecting people living with HIV, HCV or other sexually transmitted blood borne infections

Excellent communication, organizational, and computer skills

Understanding of the social and cultural barriers faced by Labrador's Indigenous people

Must provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct including a Vulnerable Sector Check

Valid Class 5 driver's licence

Assets:

Knowledge of Labrador's Indigenous cultures

Ability to speak a Labrador Indigenous language

Indigenous or of Indigenous ancestry

Salary:

$ 27.30 per hour plus benefits

Hours:

35 hours per week

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.30 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Discounted or free food Flexible schedule Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person