POSITION:                  Youth Programmer

DEPARTMENT:          Youth Services

COMPETITION #:        2025-024

LOCATION:                Timmins

TERM:                         Full-Time

CLOSING DATE:          May 12, 2025 at 4:00pm EST

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Youth Services and working directly with the Youth Department’s Regional Coordinators, the Youth Programmer will assist in the development, facilitation, and evaluation of youth programming within the Mushkegowuk territory. This will include working in partnership with front-line workers in each community to identify gaps in service delivery, while also establishing new networking partners to ensure a wrap-around approach to programming and/or other health services.

REQUIREMENTS

·         Bachelor of Social Work, Sports and Recreation, Indigenous Studies, or equivalent post-secondary diploma in a related field,

·         Minimum of 3 years experience working with Indigenous youth,

·         Must have sound knowledge of Mushkegowuk’s current social issues and the long-term effects multi-generational trauma.

·         Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License.

·         A clear criminal reference check (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Check.

·         Must have a strong understanding of Part X of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act.

·         Mental health training and work experience will be considered a strong asset.

·         Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other professional software programs.

·         Cree language will be considered an asset.

·         Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.

·         Must have excellent organizational skills.

·         Must be willing to frequently travel to various Mushkegowuk communities.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

Mushkegowuk Council offers a competitive compensation package, as well as a cohesive work environment and opportunities for development.

ü Health and Dental Benefits

ü Employee and Family Assistance Program

ü Matched Pension Contributions

ü Generous Vacation and Leave Entitlements

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position and operation (the Council will however adhere to its duty to accommodate those who are unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason related to a human right protected ground).

HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM

SUBMIT RESUME AND THREE (3) RECENT WORK REFERENCES with their phone numbers and e-mail addresses, quoting Competition# 2025-024 no later than 4:00 PM on May 12, 2025 to:

Human Resources Department

MUSHKEGOWUK COUNCIL

P.O. Box 370

Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0                                    

Resumes can be emailed to: jobs@mushkegowuk.ca or faxed to 705-268-3282

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you have any accessibility or special requirements, please let us know and we will do our utmost to accommodate, in accordance with applicable legislation.