Youth Mental Health Coordinator

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH COORDINATOR

ENOCH CREE NATION WELNESS BRANCH

*OPEN COMPETITION*

JOB PURPOSE:

• The Youth Mental Health Coordinator ("The Coordinator") is responsible for designing and facilitating inclusive, trauma-informed, and culturally grounded programming for youth that combines physical activity with creative expression. The coordinator will foster a safe space for youth to explore wellness through sport, art, and cultural identity, with a focus on building confidence, community connection, and emotional well-being.

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This position plays a key role in preventing isolation and promoting resilience among youth by offering positive, structured outlets and encouraging healthy lifestyle habits. Programs will be responsive to youth needs and designed in collaboration with community Elders, Knowledge Keepers, wellness staff, and other stakeholders.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

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Plan and deliver weekly sports nights, recreational games, and seasonal activities for Youth struggling with Mental Health challenges and/or Youth in recovery from previous Mental Health challenges (e.g., soccer, basketball, traditional Indigenous games)

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Organize and facilitate youth art workshops, including painting, music, beading, drama, and storytelling

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Work collaboratively with Elders and cultural advisors to integrate traditional teachings, ceremonies, and land-based activities

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Create a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment for youth of all backgrounds and abilities

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Build trusting relationships with youth and provide informal mentorship

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Promote leadership, teamwork, and emotional regulation through sports and arts

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Coordinate with mental health and wellness staff to support youth who may require additional services

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Track attendance, participation, and progress of youth in programming

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Plan and host community showcases or sports tournaments that celebrate youth talents and achievements

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Promote harm reduction, strengths-based approaches, and cultural identity development

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Participate in community events and outreach efforts as a representative of the Youth Wellness team

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Ensure safety, cleanliness, and respect of program spaces and materials

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Maintain accurate documentation and support evaluation of program outcomes

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma or degree in recreation, youth work, social work, kinesiology, fine arts, education, or a related field

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Minimum 2 years experience working with youth in a community or educational setting

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Experience facilitating sport and/or arts programming

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Familiarity with Indigenous culture, traditions, and wellness practices

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Training in trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, or youth mental health is considered an asset

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Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License

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Additional experience or training in threat/risk assessment and/or trauma response, as well as training in brief intervention approaches

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Valid Alberta Driver's License

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Satisfactory Criminal Records Check

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work full-time: 40 hours per week. 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Monday to Friday Will be required to work some evenings and weekends when required. While adhering to the Enoch Cree Nation Human Resources Policy & Procedure Manual.

Closing Date: NOV 6 , 2025

*Please submit cover letters & resumes to Human Resource Department*

Email: Fax:

Phone: Ext: 2222

*ECN thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity.

Only candidates considered for the position will be contacted for an interview*

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person