Youth Programs Summer Facilitator (8 Week Contract) Job at TRELLIS SOCIETY FOR COMMUNITY IMPACT
Hi. We’re Trellis.
Trellis Society is committed to active Reconciliation in alignment with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) 94 calls to action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). Reconciliation is a highly valued and integrated part of our culture and work. Trellis’ Reconciliation journey is intentional with meaningful engagement from all team members both collectively and as individuals.
Trellis Society is focused on futures to provide a continuum of services to people from all backgrounds, including those with complex needs. Trellis meets people where they are in their journeys, whether they’re growing up strong, aspiring to achieve life goals or turning over a new leaf. With our support, people from all walks of life are empowered to reach their potential and move beyond systemic barriers and cultivate great outcomes.
Our programs focus on improving access to resources, developing family and community supports and building people’s capacity to deal with life’s challenges. At Trellis we work with children, youth, adults, families and communities to unearth their potential and support their growth.
Our Values:
We define who we are through living our values to achieve our vision to support everyone reach their full potential.
- Courage: we willingly embrace growth, and don’t see it as optional
- Empathy: we relentlessly care about the growth of others and won’t let anyone go unsupported
- Learning: we choose to grow through uncertainty, even when the status quo feels easier
- Impact: we go beyond what seems doable and prove that growth is possible.
The resounding impact we have on individuals and communities is thanks to our network of passionate, open minded and dedicated staff who are committed to the work they do every day. We are looking for people who are eager to make an impact, while continuing to grow their expertise.
We’re Trellis – always growing and we’re looking for passionate people who want to grow with Trellis!
The Role: Youth Programs Summer Facilitator (8 Week Contract)
Trellis Society is seeking Youth Programs Summer Facilitator to join our team this summer through the Canada Summer Jobs program. This 8-week contract position will involve working 35 hours per week and providing quality summer work experiences for young people aged 15 to 30 years.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
- The primary goal is to engage youth and provide them with a safe and supportive environment to learn new developmental skills, interact and build community with other peers, build cultural awareness, cultural connection, and enhance social, emotional, & experiential learning.
- Create and conduct outreach and awareness raising presentations at schools, external committee meetings, and to community partners to advertise group youth programming offerings at Trellis.
- Participate in external collaborative committees as they pertain to the Youth Strategy.
- Support partnerships with youth serving agencies and foster collaboration across Trellis programs
- Support the creation of program plans and curriculums that focus on Youth Programming core outcomes.
- Facilitation of group programming.
- Work in collaboration with other Trellis youth services on larger events and projects
- Demonstrate leadership in anti-racism and reconciliation.
- Promotion of programming via social media and external connections.
- Deliver programs with a culturally aware and strength-based lens to facilitate self-sufficiency.
- Be a liaison with families and/or natural supports.
- Provide referrals and system navigation to other agencies services when appropriate and requested by program participants.
- Other duties as required
What You’ll Bring to The Role:
- Must be at least 18 years old and meet the Canadian Summer Job requirements
- A degree or diploma or currently enrolled, or have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children, youth and families
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn database systems
- Concise and clear communication (verbal and written) and problem-solving skills
- Up-to-date Standard First Aid and Level C CPR training
- Ability to provide a Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector search and Child Intervention Record Check
- Experience or in-depth understanding of Harm reduction and Trauma Informed Practice is considered an asset
Reporting Relationship:
This position directly reports to a Trellis Program Manager
What Trellis Offers:
We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable total compensation to all staff. This includes the following benefits:
- Free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Consistent Training & Development Opportunities
- Diversity and Inclusion embedded into everyday practice.
- A safety focused work environment and ongoing safety training
Our Commitment:
We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and connectedness, where everyone is welcomed. We believe in creating a workplace that celebrates diversity of our teams, our program participants and reflects the communities we serve.
For more info on Trellis Society, visit www.growwithtrellis.ca or find us at @TrellisYYC on social media.
We appreciate your interest and thank all who apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted
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