Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families is a multi service non-profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families, dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative setting that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families. Position # 2025

Position Title Youth Worker – Tukimut Afterschool and Camp Program

Posting Date November 19, 2025

Start Date ASAP

Position Status Part-time, determinate to March 31, 2026

Salary Range Inuuqatigiit Centre offers a competitive wage and benefit package. POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, the Youth Worker assists, prepares, and delivers evening activities for the Tukimut After-school Program.

The Youth

Worker will assist evening program staff with serving meals, DNT transportation, planning and delivering activities, and daily cleaning.

The Youth

Worker will communicate regularly with the Program Coordinator for scheduling, concerns, ideas, and supplies needed for the program.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist program team with preparing activities and supplies

Plan, facilitate and lead day program activities for youth

Adapt programs to include all participants

Communicate effectively with Program Coordinator on program needs

Assist with serving meals and snacks

Assist with DNT Transportation pickups and drop offs

Always supervise participants in activities

Be a positive role model and use positive behavior guidance strategies

Actively participate in team meetings and trainings

Assist in daily cleaning and sanitization of the program space ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Must demonstrate stress resistance and stamina in working with youth

Regular physical activity associated with program activities, and carrying material/ supplies





Mental effort is required to deal with stress related to safety and security of youth and delivery of programming and effectively deal with crisis KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Written and spoken fluency in Inuktitut an asset

Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities

Knowledge of the needs of Inuit youth

Knowledge of Inuit culture and community

Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment

Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment

Ability to respond effectively in crisis situation

Flexibility, enthusiasm, and commitment to youth QUALIFICATIONS &

REQUIREMENTS Inuit descent required

Working towards High School diploma Vulnerable Sector Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Personnel Policies and Procedures Medical certification of good health

TB Test if applicable and other immunizations up-to-date

COVID-19 vaccine (Dose 1 & 2)

CPR / First Aid Certification (or willingness to become certified) Please apply with a cover letter and up-to-date resume to: Human Resources Department Inuuqatigiit Centre is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of our Inuit community in Ottawa. Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.

Eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies. Job descriptions may be obtained by email or on the website. Note that accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

If you require specific accommodation, please contact the HR Department through the information provided above, so that we can make suitable arrangements with you. When two equally qualified candidates are considered for the same position, preference will be given to the candidate of Inuit descent. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position is dependent upon funding approval. We thank all who apply to this position.

📌 Youth - Youth Worker (Tukimut) (Ottawa)
🏢 Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children
📍 Ottawa