Youth Outreach Worker

1 day ago

Vancouver, Canada Urban Native Youth Association Full time

**Who we are?**

UNYA has been supporting the health and wellbeing of Indigenous youth in the Metro Vancouver area for over 30 years. As a respected non-profit and charitable organization, we recognize Indigenous youth as experts in their own lives and strive to provide youth with programs and opportunities that are relevant and meaningful to them.

At the Urban Native Youth Association (UNYA) we have developed a Philosophy of Care foundation, drawing from best practices. These philosophies are the grounding framework that shapes all of our decisions and every interaction we have with the youth we serve. Following these philosophies empowers our staff to meet youth where they are at, by giving them the ability to balance flexibility and structure. This allows us to meet our youth’s needs, and ensure that our youth experience a consistent quality of care across all UNYA programs. Our 5 key philosophies are:

- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Two-Eyed Seeing
- Harm Reduction Practice
- Youth/Person Centered Practice
- Culture as Therapy

Highlights of this opportunity:
Educational experience required (example: diploma in a relevant field, 2 years of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).

Experience working with the Indigenous community. Must demonstrate a good working knowledge of community resources in Vancouver, particularly youth & Indigenous-specific resources.

Knowledge and understanding of the family and social issues that Indigenous youth face today, including the generational impacts of the residential school system on families and communities.

Must demonstrate the ability to identify with mandate, policies and procedures of the organization.

Must have a criminal record check completed by and satisfactory to UNYA.

Proof of Covid-19 vaccination will be required.

Knowledge of the following modalities:

- Culture as Therapy
- Person Centered Approach
- Family Systems Approach
- Trauma Informed Approach

Demonstrated experience engaging and working effectively with Indigenous youth.

Demonstrated knowledge of mental health issues, addiction issues, concurrent disorders, and FASD.

First Aid CPR & AED Level C

**Responsibilities**:

- Contribute to a team focused on increasing safety, connection, and empowerment for youth.
- Create respectful relationships with youth in the community and connect them to relevant resources and services.
- Support youth with harm reduction strategies, supplies and education.
- Facilitate collaborative care for youth by keeping all professionals up to date, and participating in care planning asneeded.
- Prepare and submit accurate and timely statistics and written reports.
- Stay informed of current social and street trends, and all issues that affect street-involved youth.
- Positively and proactively address any concerns, incidents, or crises which affect youth participants, program operation and mandate, UNYA policies, and community relations.
- Perform any other duty deemed necessary by the ASH Manager, Director of Youth Programs or CEO to ensure the safe, healthy, and productive operation of the Indigenous Youth Outreach Program.

Pay: From $27.96 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

  • Youth Outreach Worker

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, BC VL S, Canada Urban Native Youth Association Full time $110,000 - $145,000 per year

    Who we are?UNYA has been supporting the health and wellbeing of Indigenous youth in the Metro Vancouver area for over 30 years. As a respected non-profit and charitable organization, we recognize Indigenous youth as experts in their own lives and strive to provide youth with programs and opportunities that are relevant and meaningful to them.At the Urban...

  • Youth Outreach Worker

    2 weeks ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Parkgate Community Services Society Full time

    Youth Outreach Worker **Full/Part Time**:Full Time **Regular/Temporary**:Regular **Hours**: 35 hours per week **Wage Range**:$21.00 to $23.00 per hour depending on experience **Who We Are**: **Position**: The Youth Outreach Worker (YOW) will work with our youth team to support youth and encourage them to live life better. The YOW position focuses on...

  • Youth Outreach Worker

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Family Services of Greater Vancouver Full time

    JOB OPPORTUNITY: Youth Outreach Worker **Youth Outreach Worker **Competition #85-22 **Download PDF of Job posting here** About this Role Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families and individuals in the Greater...

  • Youth Outreach Worker

    5 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Family Services of Greater Vancouver Full time

    JOB OPPORTUNITY: Youth Outreach Worker **Youth Outreach Worker **Competition #86-24 About this Role Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families, and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We believe in the...

  • Youth Outreach Worker

    3 days ago

    West Vancouver, Canada District of West Vancouver Full time

    **_(Permanent Full-Time)_**: Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to...

  • Indigenous Youth Outreach Worker

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Family Services of Greater Vancouver Full time

    JOB OPPORTUNITY: Indigenous Youth Outreach Worker **Indigenous Youth Outreach Worker - Full-time Permanent **Competition #83-23 About this Role Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families and individuals in the...

  • Youth Outreach Worker

    1 week ago

    West Vancouver, Canada District of West Vancouver Full time

    **_(Permanent Full-Time & Permanent Part-Time (0.6))_** Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service...

  • Full Time Youth Outreach Worker

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, BC VL S, Canada Urban Native Youth Association Full time $27,960 - $32,560 per year

    Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 7 pm (10-hour shifts). Work schedule, including days and hours, is subject to change.Download OpportunityHighlights of this opportunity:As a member of the Indigenous Youth Outreach Team, you will provide street outreach services, harm reduction services, advocacy, and 1-to-1 support to youth in the East Vancouver and...

  • Outreach Worker, Css

    3 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Covenant House Vancouver Full time

    As we serve vulnerable youth, all employees working for Covenant House Vancouver must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required prior to your start date. **About Covenant House Vancouver**: Since 1997, Covenant House Vancouver has provided relentless support for youth experiencing, or at-risk of experiencing,...

  • Indigenous Outreach Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Family Services of Greater Vancouver Full time

    JOB OPPORTUNITY**:Indigenous Outreach Worker** **Indigenous Outreach Worker**Competition #82-24 About this Role Directions Youth Services is a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), which for more than 90 years has provided a variety of essential resources for children, families and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community. We...