YOUTH WORKER
Full Time (Permanent)
Monday to Friday – 7 hours/day
Wabasca, Alberta
Bigstone Health Commission is seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and dependable Youth Worker to join our talented health team for the Bigstone communities in which we serve in Wabasca, Calling Lake, and Chipewyan Lake. This is a rewarding opportunity if you have an appreciation for Indigenous Culture, a desire for continuing professional development and enjoy the support and collaboration from our multidisciplinary team and various other professionals and agencies.
At Bigstone Health Commission, you are more than an employee – you are part of a community. Our work is rooted in respect for culture, connection, and service to the members of Bigstone Cree Nation. We offer a supportive and welcoming workplace where your contributions matter, your growth is encouraged, and your work helps strengthen health services for present and future generations. Joining our team means building a meaningful career while giving back to community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work under the direction of the Community Wellness Manager within the Bigstone Wellness Program
- Provide intakes and assessments and refer to qualified counsellors when necessary
- Plan and implement youth focused activities
- Create prevention initiatives by using recreation/social programs
- Provide awareness workshops for different age groups recognizing abusive patterns and lifestyles
- Establish relationships with various stakeholders in the community, and maintain good working relationships
- Provide referrals to other agencies, as needed
- Represent at diagnostic and case conferences
- Create continuous support programs for youth
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience:
- Post-secondary Education in the Human Services Field or Child & Youth Care Program
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
- Equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
- Must be prepared to work irregular hours
- Mental Health First Aid
- Must be a team player and able to work with minimal supervision
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with BHC policy
- Must be able to provide proof of education credentials
- Must have experience or knowledge working with Indigenous populations
- Must have previous experience in a counselling or mental health capacity
- Must have or obtain within 6 months of hire; First Aid/CPR certification and maintain such
- Must have a valid driver’s license, (class 5 minimum)
- Must be willing to take further training as required.
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Employer Matching Registered Pension Plan
- Extended Health, Dental & Vision Plan
Salary is dependent on qualifications.
Please forward your Cover Letter, Resume (including 3 work related references), & Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check and Child & Youth Intervention Check to our:
Human Resources Department
PO Box 1020 Wabasca, Alberta T0G 2K0
Fax: 780-891-2623 | Email: [email protected]
CLOSING DATE: Until a Suitable Candidate is Found.
POSTED ON: March 26, 2026
*Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.