Youth Services Worker Jobs

Career Opportunity: Youth Services Worker
Location: Vanderhoof, British Columbia
Employment Type: 2 positions- Full time/ Term
Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) - A Great Experience Awaits You: CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is in everything we do. Since our beginnings 30 years ago, CSFS has grown to over 300 employees providing services to 11-member Nations. Enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, and a strong focus on professional development opportunities, as well as the natural wonders of the northern BC while you work.
The Opportunity: The Youth Services Worker is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Youth Centre. This includes the provision of educational, life skills, recreation and cultural programming to youth ages 15-29.

• Provide learning opportunities for youth to enhance holistic wellness.
• Refer youth to applicable internal and external services.
• Advocate and address immediate needs of the youth, including but not limited to: meals, clothing, personal hygiene items, shower, laundry, storage, access to computer, internet and telephone.
• Support youth who are at risk of becoming unhoused or are unhoused and are experiencing barriers in accessing resources and services.
• Assist in creating a safe, secure and supportive environment
• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Youth Drop-in Center.
• Identify long-term goals with the youth, including but not limited to: housing, employment, budgeting, accessing health and social services, cultural connections.

Go to www.csfs.org/jobs to view the full job description for this career opportunity.
What You Will Bring To The Role

• Two years’ experience working with at-risk and high-risk youth
• A post-secondary diploma in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or a related field preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

The Location: Vanderhoof “where the heart is beckoning”is geographically located near the centre of British Columbia and truly is at the “Heart of it All” when it comes to lifestyle, low cost of living and employment opportunities. The community’s size, services and amenities are well suited for entrepreneurs, and those involved in resource or agricultural sectors. Whether you are looking for an adventuresome way to stretch your legs, are an avid wildlife admirer or looking for fun ways to entertain the family, Vanderhoof has something for you. Learn more about Vanderhoof by visiting http://www.vanderhoof.ca/ .
What CSFS Team Members Are Saying

• We live by our organization values of Responsibility, Caring and Compassion while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Family like atmosphere without traditional corporate inflexibility
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers
• Supported to pursue life long learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution

Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.csfs.org/jobs to view the full job description for this career opportunity.
Deadline to apply: June 26, 2023. Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.
With the continuation of the global pandemic and because CSFS provides services to First Nations communities, classified as “Vulnerable Populations,” and to protect the health and safety of employees, candidates applying for employment will need to agree to provide their covid-19 vaccination status as a condition of employment.