Indefinite full-time position, with a 6-month probationary period.
Under the Supervision of the Team Leader of the FWC, the Traditional Youth Facilitator is responsible to facilitate, plan and prepare prevention activities, programming and training in relation to Traditional Youth Programming. The TraditionalYouth Facilitator is part of a team that provides within the KSCS Continuum of Care while meeting the needs based on the
Community Health Plan, KSCS Strategic Framework and the goals and objectives of the FWC Team.
The incumbent is responsible to independently apply learned skills, knowledge and practical experience to semi-routinetasks associated with the job family using established practices and standard procedures to complete assignments.
The Traditional Youth Facilitator is part of a team that provides life skills information and referral support to individual clients or groups as awareness, promotion and educational activities in the areas of Traditional Haudenosaunee values and teachings. Facilitates access to community and professional resources. Plans, researches, coordinates and facilitates workshops and activities geared at the youth. May be required to develop and submit funding proposals.
Decisions based on independent judgment, requiring further investigation and evaluation, within generally defined parameters. Alters approach or recommends procedural changes. Decisions generally accepted as accurate & sound. Seeks consultation/guidance as needed.
Facilitate the service delivery in
the framework of the Traditional
Youth Programming.
➢ Identifies and researches special projects as it applies to current trends.
➢ Helps establish budgetary needs within proposals.
➢ Plans, coordinates, and facilitates workshops, trainings, activities.
➢ Facilitates groups (youth, multi-disciplinary, etc.)
➢ Collaborates with other related services and workers.
➢ Provides clients and staff with information related to applicable topics through
a traditional lens.
➢ Prepares community wide/oriented prevention campaigns related to
Traditional Youth activities.
➢ Explores programs that aim to reduce the use of alcohol, drugs and violence
among young and promote education within the community and schools as
needed.
➢ Identifies and develops programs to address the needs of target population.
➢ Provides cultural teachings to youth in care.
Assist in the planning and
development of the Traditional
Prevention Program
➢ Develops funding proposals and projects that will enhance service delivery.
➢ Plans, develops, and coordinates prevention initiatives using a traditional lens.
➢ Develops an annual work plan and logic models.
➢ Coordinates or assists in special projects identified by the organization.
➢ Attends staff meetings including team meetings.
➢ Develops tools that will help to evaluate service delivery and maintain a
database on projects and activities.
➢ Prepares and writes reports.
➢ Participates in supervision sessions with supervisor.
➢ Participates in training and travel as required by the projects.
➢ Submits reports and evaluations of each project/activity delivered.
Implementation of Traditional
Youth Programming
➢ Develop a youth program based on Haudenosaunee values and teachings and
cycle of ceremonies.
➢ Coordinate youth programming on an annual basis.
➢ Identify needs of groups and consult internal and external stakeholders.
➢ Responsible for safety and security of youth at all times during programming.
➢ Maintain weekly written records of the group activities in Penelope database
system.
Program Evaluation
➢ Evaluate program activities through surveys and forms.
➢ Provide recommendations to improve service delivery and/or activities.
Performs any other job-related duties as may be required by the immediate Supervisor.
➢ Bachelor’s Degree in Human Relations/Sociology or related field with one (1) to
three (3) years of previous work experience.
➢ DEC/Certificate with background in Health Promotions and/or Community
Development with three (3) to (5) years of experience.
➢ High School Diploma or equivalent with five (5) to ten (10) years or more related
work experience and/or training may be considered.
➢ Must be familiar with customs, traditions, and social issues of Kahnà:wake
Community.
➢ Knowledge of Haudenosaunee knowledge and traditions, and other related
issues.
➢ Skills in program planning, implementation, presentation, report/proposal
writing.
➢ Time management skills with ability to meet deadlines and on occasion some
unplanned deadlines as required.
➢ Interpersonal skills.
➢ Communication skills (technical writing & editing, speaking, listening, &
presentation).
➢ Ability to work in a team setting and/or independently.
➢ Ability to facilitate the groups and carry projects forward.
➢ Ability to work with youth.
➢ Experience in delivering workshops.
➢ Ability to travel, necessary to the position.
➢ Ability to use computer programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
➢ A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are a requirement.
➢ Lifestyle must reflect that of a positive role model.
Assets
➢ Knowledge of Kanien’kéha language is an asset.
Type of Schedule: ➢ Regular work week, occasional flex
Stress Factor: ➢ Moderate stress (some periods of high stress)
Deadlines: ➢ Some tight deadlines (Unplanned)
Kahnawake Shakotiia’takehnhas Community Services
PO BOX 1440
Kahnawake, Quebec
J0L1B0
humanresources@kscskahnawake.ca
