Youth Navigator

**The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) is seeking a qualified professional to serve as a Youth Navigator with Usma Family and Child Services (F&CS). Based out of Port Alberni, this permanent, full-time position will work alongside the Usma F&CS team to coordinate and facilitate youth transitioning into young adulthood, as well as working with younger children in care through one on one and group facilitation.**
- **Position Responsibilities**_
- Develop proactive youth transition wellness plans (i.e. education, life skills, employment, health) with each individual and their support systems that are need/goal oriented.
- Collaborate and build positive relationships/rapport with children and youth in care to encourage healthy lifestyle.
- Mentor, coach and support children and youth to facilitate personal, social and educational growth.
- Provide referrals and support to access community services (legal, medical, educational, housing and employment).
- Maintain sound and objective documentation throughout the transition process.
- Plan and facilitate age-appropriate group activities.
- Preferred Qualifications_
- Diploma in the human service field with 2-years direct experience involving social services casework involving youth.
- Sound knowledge of CFCSA and relevant legislation, programs and services related to First Nation children and families.
- Superior written and oral communication skills /active empathetic listener.
- Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution.
- 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.
- Be willing and able to demonstrate compliance with the NTC Vaccination Policy (COVID-19)

**Competitive salary and benefit package based on qualifications and experience.**

**Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council**

**P.O. Box 1383**

**Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Port Alberni, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-06-22