Youth Outreach Worker (Usma F&CS)

Youth Outreach Worker (Usma F&CS)
Job Number # 
20314
Employer 
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Nov 19, 2024
Apply By 
Dec 02, 2024
NOC Code 
4212
Source 
Website
For more information, please visit 
https://nuuchahnulth.org/sites/default/files/job-postings/External%20Posting%20-%20Youth%20Outreach%20Worker%20%28Usma%29%20-%202024-11-18.pdf
Details 

The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) is seeking a Youth Outreach Worker to join the Usma Family and Child Services (F&CS) team. Based out of Port Alberni, this permanent, full-time position will identify and monitor Nuu-chah-nulth youth (12-19 years) who may be emerging into or in a “high-risk” lifestyle, and follow up by creating safety nets, risk reduction plans, and offer crisis support.
Position Responsibilities

  • Build positive relationships with youth, and provide crisis intervention and safety planning
  • Foster supports with family members, caregivers, RCMP, NTC programs, and cross-sector service provider/partners
  • Maintain a thorough knowledge of community resources, and provide referrals and advocate client’s access to community services (legal, medical, educational, housing and employment)
  • Maintain accurate reports and records on clients
Qualifications 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Diploma in the human service field with 2-years direct experience involving social services casework involving youth
  • Knowledge of at-risk, runaway and homeless youth needs and trauma-informed service practice
  • Superior written and oral communication skills /active empathetic listener
  • Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution, managing emergency situations and threats
  • Possess networking skills to create strong community connection, and understanding of the importance of working with First Nations protocols
  • Must have a car, valid driver’s licence, and able to work a variety of schedules as needed
  •  Provide references and an acceptable criminal record check
How to Apply 

Competitive benefit package; and, salary based on qualifications and experience: salary range $49,000 - $63,000. To learn more about these social work opportunities contact Kelly Edgar, Usma F&CS Director by email: Kelly.Edgar@nuuchahnulth.org.

Apply by July 31, 2019 by sending your cover letter, resume and three references (available to contact) to:
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
P.O. Box 1383
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2
Attn.: Human Resource Manager
Fax: (250) 723-0463
Email: apply@nuuchahnulth.org