Job Summary:
The Indigenous Youth Summer Career Program Coordinator (temporary position – 8 week program) plans and develops activities and programming for youth that will help develop beginner job skills in consultation with the Administrator. Plans and implements program activities and special events; and liaises with community service providers and other professionals to coordinate service provision for youth. The worker will provide youth focus supports and activities on a one-to-one basis and in group activities settings.
Reports to: Matsqui First Nation Administrator
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Plans and develops a program in consultation with the supervisor. Plans include implementation of program activities and special events that strengthen connections for youth, community, and culture.
- Connects with Elders/Knowledge Keepers within the Indigenous community to facilitate cultural teachings and cultural connections for youth.
- Collaborates with outside agencies to develop and strengthen the youth’s voices
- Oversees the day-to-day operations that are established for the Youth Summer Career Program and supervision of youth by ensuring that the necessary facilities and equipment are in place, program guidelines and policies are adhered to, and program standards requirements are met.
- Conducts program evaluation and obtains feedback on group effectiveness, material presented, facilitation style, etc. Reports any difficulties to the Administrator.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of community resources in order to provide program-related information to youth.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications, Education and Experience:
- Minimum a Diploma in a related human/social services field and preferably a Bachelor’s degree in a related subject (i.e. child and youth care, social work, or psychology), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three (3) years recent related experience including one (1) year administrative program coordinator experience. Direct program delivery experience in the community social services sector with a demonstrated working knowledge of community-based programs and related provincial and community support services is preferred.
Job Skills and abilities:
- Good knowledge of Indigenous issues, community & culture
- Excellent oral, written, facilitation and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated teamwork skills.
- Demonstrated ability to teach skills and work effectively with others.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively with program staff, volunteers, non-profit or publicly funded groups / agencies and other organizations.
Other Requirements:
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License, Driver’s Abstract, valid Class 3 Driver’s license is an asset.
- Subject to a positive reference check.
- Successful completion of security screening requirements of Matsqui First Nation, which includes a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, police record checks, enhanced security screening and degree verification.
- Satisfactory proof of legal authorization to work in Canada.
Start date: July 6, 2026 to August 2026 (exact end date to be determined)
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
