Youth Asset Facilitator
1 month ago
The Town of Sylvan Lake is a thriving, connected lakeside community that is resident focused,
visitor friendly and THE place to do business. Fifteen minutes from Red Deer, and an hour and a
half from both Calgary and Edmonton, we offer the amenities of a larger center with the relaxed
living atmosphere of a smaller community. With abundant year-round recreational and cultural
activities, we have definitely earned the name of “Brilliant All Year”
The Town of Sylvan Lake’s mission is to deliver responsible municipal services and infrastructure
that support an outstanding quality of life, unforgettable experiences, and a strong, diverse
economy. We achieve that through our values of integrity, accountability, engagement,
innovation, diversity and inclusion and our highly skilled workforce.
**Youth Asset Facilitator**
**TERM Position to March 31, 2027**
**Starting Wage - $31.21/hour 35 Hours/week
The Youth Asset Facilitator will implement initiatives and strategies based on the Asset
Development philosophy. They will work to support and strengthen community youth; to ensure
meaningful engagement with the goal of mobilizing young people to use their power as Asset
Builders and change agents. The Youth Asset Facilitator will coordinate and implement the
Community Helpers Program (CHP), an AHS-developed mental health promotion and suicide
prevention program that is targeted at youth and young adults (ages 12-30) and enhances
community capacity for mental health through an assets-based approach. They will provide
leadership to the SPARC Sylvan Lake Addiction Prevention Coalition and assist in the delivery
of their initiatives, which may include Positive Youth Development training and education,
intergenerational events, youth leadership coalition, and other youth-focused campaigns and
initiatives.
**SUMMARY OF FUNCTION**:
- Youth Asset Work; Use the Developmental Assets® and Developmental Relationships®
framework to connect youth to themselves, other youth, and the community; promote
feelings of community and positive relationships among groups, and guide skill-building
activities with youth and those who work with youth.
- Professional Community Services Engagement: deliver coordinated, high-quality education
and training, by working with relevant local and regional social service agencies,
organizations and associations; developing networking opportunities; liaise with partner
schools to deliver programming and track trends and issues impacting youth; encourage
community organizations and businesses to get youth involved in meaningful roles.
- Community Site Engagement and Capacity Building: Engage with community sites (schools,
workplaces, etc.) to implement AHS-CHP and Positive Youth Development training, with a
focus on community organizations that support LGBTQ2S+ or new Canadian, immigrant, or
refugee youth and young adults.
- Identification and Training of AHS Community Helpers: Identify potential Community Helpers
through surveys or other means.
- Evaluation and Reporting: Maintain up-to-date records on AHS Community Helpers, training
participants, and community contacts, prepare reports on numbers of participants and
qualitative data (e.g., impact stories).
- Participation and local coalitions and network meetings: Attend and provide leadership in
meetings locally and regionally as needed.
- Communications/Marketing: Promote and raise awareness of the AHS-CHP, SPARC
Coalition, and other youth development initiatives using a variety of marketing and
communications methods.
**TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS**:
- Related undergraduate degree (e.g. Social Work, Education, Human Service degree)
- 2-3 years of relevant experience
- Current 1st Aid, CPR & AED Certification
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Mental Health First Aid
- Valid driver’s license and own transportation
- A professional understanding of youth work, including work with LGBTQ2S+ and new
Canadian, immigrant or refugee youth
- Strong understanding of local and regional mental health resources and social programs
for youth and young adults
- Experience with recruiting, training, and coordinating volunteers
- Experience promoting and building awareness about wellness initiatives
- Experience monitoring and measuring program development
- Experience developing and facilitating youth-focused programming to a variety of group
sizes
- RCMP Based Vulnerable Sector Check Required
This is a terrific opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. You have a
strong desire to be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you
are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal
situation. We offer competitive wages with a wellness provision and a strong team to work with.
If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume together with a cover letter and
Town of Sylvan Lake
5012 - 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake
-
Youth and Community Helpers Facilitator
1 month ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Town of Sylvan Lake Full time**Youth Asset Facilitator** **TERM Position to March 31, 2027** The Youth Asset Facilitator will implement initiatives and strategies based on the Asset Development philosophy. They will work to support and strengthen community youth; to ensure meaningful engagement with the goal of mobilizing young people to use their power as Asset Builders and change...
-
Youth Programs Assistant
1 month ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Town of Sylvan Lake Full timeThe Town of Sylvan Lake is a thriving, connected lakeside community that is resident focused, visitor friendly and THE place to do business. With abundant year-round recreational and cultural activities, we definitely earned the name of “Brilliant All Year!” The Town of Sylvan Lake’s mission is to deliver responsible municipal services...
-
Practice Facilitator
21 hours ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Wolf Creek Primary Care Network Full time**Position**: As a member of the Inter-Professional Primary Care Team the _**Practice Facilitator**_ (PF) plays a key role in transforming Alberta’s health system and are positioned to assist clinics through their journey toward becoming a Patient’s Medical Home. PFs are clinic level resources who are supported by a physician champion and other change...
-
Child and Youth Worker
4 months ago
Elliot Lake, Canada Algoma Family Services Full time**JOB SUMMARY**: Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Intensive Treatment Services (ITS), the Child and Youth Worker (CYW) works alongside the ITS Counsellors in providing intensive treatment services to children, youth and their family/caregiver in their home and community. An incredibly challenging but rewarding position, the CYW will work in collaboration...
-
Program Leader
6 months ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Town of Sylvan Lake Full timeThe Town of Sylvan Lake is a thriving, connected lakeside community that is resident focused, visitor friendly and THE place to do business. Fifteen minutes from Red Deer, and an hour and a half from both Calgary and Edmonton, we offer the amenities of a larger center with the relaxed living atmosphere of a smaller community. With abundant year-round...
-
Child & Youth Counsellor (Bilingual)
7 months ago
Cold Lake, Canada Dragonfly Counselling and Support Centre Full time**Dragonfly Counselling and Support Centre (DCSC) is seeking a Child & Youth Counsellor to join their dedicated team. DCSC is committed to ending the cycle of sexual abuse & assault by providing specialized intervention, counselling and preventative education to individuals, families, and communities in the North Region of Alberta.** - either.5 FTE or.8...
-
Program Facilitator
6 months ago
Porters Lake, Canada Eastern Shore Family Resource Association Full timeOur mission statement: "Through our programs & services, the Eastern Shore Family Resource Association supports children, youth & families, and contributes to the quality of family life in our community". The Eastern Shore Family Resource Association is a non-profit charitable organization serving the needs of families along the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia...
-
Educator
21 hours ago
Slave Lake, Canada Dragonfly Counselling & Support Centre Full timeDragonfly Counselling & Support Centre is hiring a casual Educator to join their Education & Community Outreach Team. All work at the Dragonfly Counselling & Support Centre (DCSC) will reflect the Mission Statement and philosophical beliefs of the organization. DCSC is a not-for-profit, charitable organization that supports children, adolescents, and adults...
-
Educator
7 months ago
Cold Lake, Canada Dragonfly Counselling and Support Centre Full time**Dragonfly Counselling & Support Centre** is hiring a full time permanent **Educator** to join their Education & Community Outreach Team. All work at the Dragonfly Counselling & Support Centre (DCSC) will reflect the Mission Statement and philosophical beliefs of the organization. DCSC is a not-for-profit, charitable organization that supports children,...
-
Complex Support Worker
4 weeks ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Elysian Ventures Full timeElysian Ventures provides support to individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Our programs are tailored to meet the unique needs of adults with complex needs and high behaviors. Hours of Work - Schedule (4 on 4 off 12 hours) **What We Offer**: 24/7 support for individuals in their homes and communities. Specialized paid...
-
Client Advisor, Personal Insurance
3 months ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Acera Insurance Services Ltd. Full timeWe put our people first. As an employer of choice, Acera Insurance_ offers an outstanding workplace and employee culture that creates valuable opportunities for all employees._ - Our people are:_ - _ Encouraged to challenge the status quo and never stop learning in their commitment to excellence._ - _ Empowered with a sense of accountability and autonomy to...
-
Client Advisor, Personal Insurance
6 months ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Acera Insurance Services Ltd. Full timeWe put our people first. As an employer of choice, Acera Insurance_ offers an outstanding workplace and employee culture that creates valuable opportunities for all employees._ - Our people are:_ - _ Encouraged to challenge the status quo and never stop learning in their commitment to excellence._ - _ Empowered with a sense of accountability and autonomy to...
-
bookkeeper
6 months ago
Fraser Lake, Canada Chevron Town Pantry Full timeWork Term: PermanentWork Language: EnglishHours: 40 hours per weekEducation: College/CEGEPExperience: 1 year to less than 2 years or equivalent experienceTasksCalculate and prepare cheques for payrollCalculate fixed assets and depreciationKeep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping...
-
Speech Language Pathologist
7 months ago
Kirkland Lake, Canada One Kids Place Full time**ONE KIDS PLACE - Children’s Treatment Centre** provides rehabilitation and related support services for children and youth (up to the age of 19) and their families living in the Districts of Muskoka, Nipissing and Parry Sound. All staff will provide service within an interdisciplinary team environment committed to family-centered practice. **POSITION**:...
-
Speech Language Pathologist
3 weeks ago
Kirkland Lake, Canada One Kids Place Full time**WHO WE ARE** ONE KIDS PLACE Children’s Treatment Centre provides rehabilitation and related support services for children and youth (up to the age of 19) and their families living in the Districts of Muskoka, Nipissing and Parry Sound. All staff will provide service within an interdisciplinary team environment committed to family-centered...
-
Speech Language Pathologist
3 months ago
Kirkland Lake, Canada One Kids Place Full time**WHO WE ARE** ONE KIDS PLACE Children’s Treatment Centre provides rehabilitation and related support services for children and youth (up to the age of 19) and their families living in the Districts of Muskoka, Nipissing and Parry Sound. All staff will provide service within an interdisciplinary team environment committed to family-centered...
-
Client Advisor, Personal Insurance
6 months ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Acera Insurance Ltd Full timeWe put our people first. As an employer of choice, Acera Insurance, formerly Sylvan Agencies, offers an outstanding workplace and employee culture that creates valuable opportunities for all employees._ - Our people are:_ - _Encouraged to challenge the status quo and never stop learning in their commitment to excellence._ - _Empowered with a sense of...
-
Junior Project Manager
7 months ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Black Creek Developments Inc. Full time_**Please note this is an on-site job. Applicants must be able to commute to our office in Sylvan Lake, Alberta.**_ Black Creek Developments Inc. has been in operation since 2014 defining the urban landscapes of Central Alberta. Based out of Sylvan Lake, our talented project managers and tradesmen build refined commercial property that enables communities...
-
Shelf Stocker
7 months ago
Meadow Lake, Canada Ron's Plumbing & Heating (1980) Ltd. Full timeWork Term: Permanent - Work Language: English - Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week - Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate - Experience: Experience an asset - or equivalent experience **Work site environment**: - Dusty - Odours **Work setting**: - Hardware store - Department store - Warehouse **Tasks**: - Bag, box or parcel purchases for...
-
Health Care Aide
3 weeks ago
Sylvan Lake, Canada Sterling Health Full timeSterling Health is a Canadian-owned company that assists seniors living organizations to ensure their care team is able to provide the best care possible for their residents. We understand that health care staff are exhausted and we do our best to make a comfortable environment for them to work and thrive. We offer flexible shifts and locations, industry...