The Dryden Native Friendship Centre is currently accepting applications for Akwe:go  Program Coordinator. 

The Akwe:go program is to provide urban Indigenous at-risk children ages 7 – 12 with culturally based programming which encourages healthy lifestyle choices. The goal of this program is to provide urban Indigenous children with support, tools, and healthy activities which will build upon and foster their ability to make healthy choices.

Schedule:

Regular full-time hours:

Summer Months (July-August) Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm, 35 hours per week. Some flexibility to meet program needs.

Winter Months (September-June) Monday – Friday 10:00am – 6pm, 35 hours per week. Some flexibility to meet program needs.

This position is a regular full-time employment opportunity and is eligible for group retirement, extended benefits, and paid time off.

Job Duties

• Provide group and one-to-one programming events to address topics such as: self-esteem, peer pressure, healthy eating, and physical activities
• Provide support through institutional interventions such as homework help, connection with tutors, justice prevention, etc.
• Provide support for children with various disabilities along with their families
• Provide land-based activities
• Facilitate transfer of cultural knowledge – connections with Elders, storytelling, traditional medicines, food education, etc.
• Networking and collaborating with other organizations and existing Friendship Centre programs
• Maintain up-to-date files and complete reporting requirements as required by the Friendship Centre
• Implement outreach and promotional activities
• Increase knowledge of and access to healthy meals and snacks

QUALIFICATIONS

• A college diploma or university degree in social work, education, or a related field;
• Possess 2 years work related experience in the social service work area, preferably in children/ youth related positions;
• Experience in program planning, development, implementation, data collection and evaluation for children & youth;
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills; Ability to actively engage children;
• Must possess skills and experience in presenting educational workshops and facilitating groups, in particular Children / Youth;
• Knowledge of social, cultural, and recreational needs and interests of Indigenous children and youth;
• Excellent computer skills; MS Word, Excel, and other Microsoft programs
• Must have the ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision;
• Must have the ability to work as a team player and be capable of coordinating activities with other Friendship Centre programs;
• Knowledge of the Friendship Centre and various programs provided throughout the community;
• Knowledge of the Indigenous Culture and the social reality that Indigenous children experience in urban settings;
• Must possess current First-Aid/CPR certification or be willing to be certified;
• A clear Criminal Reference Check (CRC) will be a condition of the employment offer;
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence with a good driving record; will be required to provide Driver’s Abstract as a condition of the employment offer;

Work Conditions & Remuneration

• Working in a shared office environment
• $44,000-$47,000 annual remuneration

 

SEND RESUME & COVER LETTER with 3 EMPLOYMENT REFERENCES (1 of which is a recent employer) and PERMISSION TO CONTACT TO:

Hiring Committee; Dryden Native Friendship Centre

74 Queen Street, Dryden ON P8N 1A4

Fax: 807-223-6275    e-mail:  hr@dnfconline.org

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

Full job description available upon request

DNFC is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourages all person to apply. Anyone needing accommodations at any time during the hiring process please just let us know and we will make every reasonable effort to accommodate you.

***** Only those deemed qualified will be contacted for an interview *****

• Location : Dryden
• Phone : 8888383632
• Email : hr@dnfconline.org

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