Recreational Coordinator

**About Us** The “Eshkiniigjik Naandwechigegamig - A Place for Healing Our Youth" - “Aabiish Gaa Binjibaaying - Where Did We Come From?” - ENAGB is an Indigenous Youth Agency that provides programming and services to support our youth in North America to become responsible, participating citizens while leading our Indigenous community. **Our Vision** At ENAGB, we are committed to empowering Indigenous youth to become leaders in their communities. We believe in providing a supportive environment where youth can heal, grow, and lead their communities with strength, pride, and cultural integrity. **Position Details**: Under the direct supervision of the Thunder Bay Director, the Recreational Coordinator will be responsible for the following: - Provide programming at our Thunder Bay location during weekdays and occasional weekends. - Ensure a culturally safe, trauma-informed approach that is responsive to the diverse communities of our Indigenous youth between the ages of 12 - 29 years. - Interact with youth to encourage their involvement in activities and provide engaging quality care. - Plan, implement, and evaluate youth-centered recreation, fitness, and wellness programs (sports leagues, fitness classes, art therapy sessions, mindfulness activities, etc.) - Coordinate special events such as mini-tournaments, wellness fairs, community walks/runs, or seasonal recreation activities. - Facilitate workshops on health, nutrition, emotional wellness, and personal development topics. - Setup and take-down of the programming space. - Collaborate with the Thunder Bay youth council in designing and implementing programs on a monthly basis. Prepare calendars and posters, and promote the programming as recommended by them. - Post updates on our social media channels and respond regularly to participants. - Process honorarium registration forms for facilitators and youth participants, and submit expense forms for all program-related costs. - Ensure all youth accessing ENAGB register for the program. - Provide support with outreach activities and events at our location and off-site. - Work with the team to form a positive and supportive environment. - Entry of notes into our data-based system. - Ensure confidentiality of privileged information. - Adhere to the policies and procedures of the ENAGB Youth Program. - Other related duties as they relate to this position. **Qualifications** - Child & Youth Worker and/or relevant experience. - Over two years of experience working with youth between 12 and 29 years. - Must have extensive knowledge of the Indigenous community (Inuit, Metis or First Nation). - Fluency in an Indigenous language and knowledge of Indigenous cultures is an asset. - Able to work evenings and occasional weekends. - Adequate energy and ability to meet the physical demands of the job. - A valid Standard First Aid and CPR. - A valid G License - A cleared Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check - A positive, fun-loving attitude. - The ability to work as a team and be self-motivated. **Hours of Operation for drop-in and programs at our location are**: Mon-Friday 12 - 8pm **Employment Details** - Salary: $25/hr - Hours: 35 hours/week, 12:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Position Type: Contract, Full-Time - Location: Thunder Bay, ON - Contract Duration: 3 Months **Application Process** Please attach your Resume and Cover Letter. A Cover Letter is required for this position. **Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 3 months Pay: $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 per week Flexible language requirement: - French not required Schedule: - Monday to Friday Application question(s): - Have you worked with Indigenous youth? If so, in what ways? - Do you posses a Valid G License? Work Location: In person