2025 Cruw Program- Youth Worker Contract Opportunity

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Vancouver Aboriginal Child & Family Services Society Full time

**2025**CRUW Program
- Youth Worker contract opportunity**

$22.00 an hour with a total contract of 133 hours

Session dates: March 29, April 12, April 26, May 10, May 24, June 7, June 21, July 5, July 19, Aug 2, Aug 16, Aug 30, Sept 13, Sept 27, Oct 11, Oct 25, Nov 8. Debriefs will be held on a monthly basis in the evening.

The Culturally Relevant Urban Wellness (CRUW) Program was developed in 2011 by a community partnership interested in promoting the use of green space as a source of wellness and concrete skill development for vulnerable youth. The program focuses on Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth involved in the child welfare system. The program is grounded in the Indigenous perspective that we derive wellness and community from relationship and interaction with land and territory. CRUW is based at Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society (VACFSS), an urban delegated child welfare agency, and operates in partnership with the Indigenous Research Partnerships, the Faculty of Land and Food Systems, and the xcicsm Garden at the University of British Columbia - located on traditional xmθkym Musqueam territory. CRUW encompasses three distinct programming streams, including 1) the core UBC Farm program; 2) the Life Skills and Leadership program; and 3) the Youth Mentor Committee. Collectively, the CRUW program focuses on the objectives of: honouring our diversity, holistic and sustainable urban wellness, emotional and cultural competence, and youth leadership

The UBC Farm program brings Indigenous youth in care with VACFSS together with other diverse youth involved with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) to engage in urban green space. Youth participants spend every second Saturday from April to October at the UBC Farm and xcicsm Garden, learning from Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers, program staff, and other professionals. Youth engage in a variety of activities and workshops in both the garden, around the farm, and indoor settings. Participants are split into three groups, each led and supervised by a Group Leader and Youth Worker.

Check out the CRUW webpage and accompanying video for more information and context on the program

As a Youth Worker, you will bring with you:
**Responsibilities**:

- Utilize Strong Facilitation Skills: Create engaging and experiential learning opportunities for youth participants.
- Demonstrate Direct Experience: Work with Indigenous youth and communities, fostering culturally responsive and inclusive environments.
- Outdoor and Experiential Programming: Promote personal growth, teamwork, and community connection through innovative activities.
- Collaborate with a Dedicated Team: Contribute to the development and implementation of youth-focused initiatives.
- Ensure Availability: Attend all crew session days every other Saturday, starting March 29. Be available for program debriefing.

**Qualifications**:

- Strong capacities in youth work, both in groups and one-to-one settings.
- Direct experience with leading outdoor and experiential programming.
- Valid Criminal Record Check (to be provided by VACFSS).
- Valid, unrestricted class 5 driver's license.

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