Youth Care Counsellor

4 days ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Urban Native Youth Association Full time
About the Opportunity

The Urban Native Youth Association (UNYA) is seeking a Relief Youth Care Counsellor to support our team in delivering high-quality programs and services to Indigenous youth in Metro Vancouver.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with program staff to plan, implement, and evaluate workshops and daily programming in our drop-in programs.
  • Create a safe and inclusive environment for youth, responding to behaviors and situations through a trauma-informed lens.
  • Provide information about UNYA's programs and services, and make referrals to relevant community resources as needed.
  • Work with other team members to establish and maintain a positive, non-judgmental environment that is accessible and relevant to the needs of Indigenous youth.
  • Consult with and report to immediate supervisors, and perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Relevant educational experience, 2 years of experience working in a related field, or a combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
  • Experience working with Indigenous youth and/or community organizations.
  • Broad-based knowledge of the family and social issues that Indigenous youth face today, including the intergenerational impacts of the residential school system on Indigenous families and communities.
  • A good working knowledge of community resources in Vancouver, particularly youth and Indigenous-specific resources.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent organizational, communication, and prioritization skills.
  • Professional, prompt, and positive attitude, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure discretion.
What We Offer
  • A competitive hourly wage of $25/hour.
  • A flexible working schedule.
  • 4% vacation pay in lieu of vacation time.
How to Apply

We encourage qualified Indigenous, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit applicants to apply. If you identify as Indigenous, please let us know in your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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