Indigenous Youth Leadership Coordinator

**About ACCESS**

ACCESS, the place to start building your future today. ACCESS delivers a unique and diverse assortment of labour market services and support frameworks, including education, training, employment advising, and financial assistance to members of the urban Indigenous community. Our mission is to help individuals overcome barriers to successful employment. We develop strong partnerships with organizations and employers, understanding their employment needs and matching them to the needs of our trained and supported Indigenous clients, ensuring a successful outcome for both parties
- A valid drivers license and access to a personal vehicle is required for this position._

**About Youth Leadership HUB**:
ACCESS Leadership HUB offers wrap-around support for urban Indigenous youth, focusing on leadership development, career planning, and life skills with an emphasis on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). The HUB aims to empower Indigenous youth to realize their potential and achieve meaningful graduation outcomes through exposure to diverse career opportunities. By providing guidance and hands-on experiences in these fields, the HUB helps youth build confidence through work placements and community connections.

**Our Youth Leadership Coordinator has a variety of responsibilities including**:

- In collaboration with the Youth Programs Manager, implement youth programs and encourage youth engagement
- Greet and welcome Youth accessing ACCESS’ services, assess and respond to their immediate needs, and provide them with practical resources including food, clothing, transportation, etc.
- Initiate, develop and maintain relationships with at youth K-12
- Upon entry to the Youth Leadership Program, introduce the services provided, orient new youth, complete program intake/admission
- Work collaboratively with Youth Programs Manager to assist youth by to understanding Indigenous leadership programs - Duke of Edinburgh Leadership Program
- Support youth with daily routines in a structured environment
- Assist youth with accessing external community supports and accompany them if needed
- Coordinate youth meetings and activities, including recreation and life skills
- Build community partnerships with lower mainland school districts and other relevant organizations
- Ensure adherence to and role model ACCESS’ mission statement and core values

**Our Youth Leadership Coordinator is a key contributor and supports the program in the following ways**:

- Maintain the Youth database [ARMS database]
- Manage youth case files, including all relevant reporting and documentation
- Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the program areas - both staff and youth

**Our Youth Leadership Coordinator comes with the following technical competencies and credentials**:

- Certificate or Diploma in related social service
- Minimum of 2 years related experience
- Basic computer skills (MS Office, Outlook)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience working with Urban Indigenous community and/or First Nations organizations
- Valid first aid certificate
- Valid class 5 driver’s license, a clean driving record, access to a personal vehicle and the willingness to obtain a class 4 driver’s license
- Design and implement STEAM-focused leadership and development programs for urban Indigenous youth.
- Handle documentation and communication related to STEAM activities and partnerships.
- Ability to take initiative and leadership as well as be a strong team playing that align with ACCESS’s core values

**Additional benefits include**:

- Two wellness days per year
- Paid Christmas office closure
- Off-site team professional development days, typically in Whistler, BC

As a Youth Leadership Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people in our community. We offer a supportive work environment, professional development opportunities, and competitive compensation. If you are passionate about working with youth and have the necessary experience, we would love to hear from you.

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

Pay: $52,650.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have a class 5 drivers license and access to a personal vehicle?
- Employees are required to undergo a criminal record check and a vulnerable sector check; do you have any concerns with this?

Work Location: In person