Indigenous Youth C.R.E.W. Program Manager

Part Time British Columbia October 21, 2021 General Labor

Job Overview

Salary Offer $21.58 - 22.71 per hour
Job Start Date Sat, 16 Oct 2021 02:58:11 GMT
Job Type Part Time
Job Source Careerjet

Job title: Indigenous Youth C.R.E.W. Program Manager

Job description: NOC Group: Senior Managers – Health, Education, Social and Community Services and Membership Organizations (0014)

NOC Job Title: General Manager – Health, Education, Social And Community Services And Membership Organizations

Expires in 110 days

Expires: 2022-02-01

Posted: 2021-10-14

Last Updated: 2021-10-14

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Job Number: 702021

Job Location(s)

5288 Joyce St
Vancouver, British Columbia
V5R 6C9, Canada

Job Description

The Indigenous Youth Culture, Recreation, Education and Work (C.R.E.W.) Program provides Indigenous Youth with activities and opportunities to gain leadership and life skills, take part in recreational activities and experience cultural learning. These activities may take place in schools, at the neighbourhood house, or other indoor/outdoor locations. The Program Manager is responsible for the leadership, outreach, development, planning and facilitation of this program. In addition, the Program Manager will support with program related administration, including: Staff supervision, managing and reporting on program expenses, collecting stats and program reporting, and other related duties.
Job Responsibilities

Leads program delivery, activity planning, participant outreach, promotion and record keeping
Works on program development, evaluation, human resources, reporting and administration with support and in conjunction with Youth Services Coordinator
Develops and implements activities that focus on youth capacity building through skill development training and workshops, including activities to build strong relationships with Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers
Promotes and encourages mentorship for program participants, staff and volunteers
Supervises and supports program staff and volunteers in various program activities as required
Supports in building and maintaining strong relationships with community partners and service providers
Conducts research and needs analysis of urban Indigenous youth in the Collingwood community, in consultation with the Youth Services Coordinator
Assists in the planning and implementing appropriate cultural, recreation and education programs for C.R.E.W. participants
Organizes and plans for annual events including Gathering Our Voices Conference and Pulling Together Canoe Journey
Supports and works with the Youth Services Team to develop and support overall department goals and activities

Skills & Qualifications

Minimum of 2 year of experience working with youth programs and/or Indigenous youth and families
Undergraduate degree or diploma in a related field or a combination of education and work experience with children and youth programs
Knowledge and lived experience of indigenous people’s history and culture and current challenges
Demonstrated experience working with youth and youth leadership initiatives
Experience with youth outreach and program promotion
Demonstrated ability to manage staff and volunteers
Demonstrated interest, involvement, experience and knowledge of multi‐faceted community, Indigenous youth and family resources and programs
Experience working collaboratively with community service providers
Strong organizational, leadership and communication skills
Experience using computer programs, MS Office and social media
Experience with budgeting and tracking expenses
Valid First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain
Ability to work in diverse economic and cultural environments
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check