Internal/External PostingThis posting is to fill a current vacancyReference Number: PROMO001614 If applying by email, indicate the reference number in the subject lineJob Type: Full-Time TermTerm End Date: March 31, 2027Location: Sioux Lookout, OntarioRate of Pay: Hourly $34.542 – $46.397Hours of Work: 35 hours per weekApplication Deadline: September 3, 2026 @ 8:30a.M. CSTPosition SummaryThe Promoter – Youth Development will be a part of the Youth Development section of Raising our Children, and will work to engage youth, develop youth programming, and build community capacity.AccountabilityThe Promoter – Youth Development is directly accountable to the Manager – Raising our Children.QualificationsPersons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment)Diploma in social work or health related field or a combination of education/experience as deemed acceptable by SLFNHAMinimum 1 year work experience in public health and/or issues affecting youthExperience in program planning, implementation, and evaluationExperience working with youth, and especially First Nations youthExcellent communication skills, i.E. listening, oral, and written English skills, public speaking, making presentationsStrong interpersonal skillsExcellent keyboarding skills, able to use word processing, spreadsheets, and graphic design toolsWilling to travelValid Ontario Class G driver's license, along with regular access to a vehicleAbility to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region is an asset.Ability to perform the requirements of the role on a regular basisRoles & ResponsibilitiesEstablishes and maintains a close working relationship with community health leadership and health and youth program staff to build capacity, promote awareness,



and develop self-determination in programming and services.Works closely with regional high schools to support community wellbeing initiatives amongst youth.Develops and supports a social media strategy, health promotion activities, and resources to engage youth.Participates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and quarterly reporting of the Raising Our Children work plan.Supports and builds capacity of community-based workers through:Acting as a mentor; Developing and providing resources on the promotion of public health for youth; Providing training; Conducting workshops; Creating a network of youth workers.Builds capacity of youth around priority health issues.Supports funding for youth development programming through advocacy and writing funding/grant proposals.Conducts health promotion initiatives through community visits, school visits, videoconferences, webinars, radio shows, social media, etc.Identifies and develops potential partnerships for regional and community-based youth programming.Develops and shares best practices for youth community wellbeing programming.Develops and facilitates programming for youth in community around mental and physical wellbeing.Promotes SLFNHA's Approaches to Community Wellbeing departmentActively participates on committees and other working groups as a representative for SLFNHA.Advocates for youth to enhance health equity.Performs other duties for SLFNHA as directed.Working ConditionsFrequent use of computer, keyboard,



and mouseProlonged sitting and viewing of computer screensMust be willing to relocate to Sioux LookoutMust be willing and able to work flexible hoursMust be willing to travel as neededOccasional lifting up to 15 poundsAbout Working with UsThe Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) serves 33 First Nation communities in the Sioux Lookout region in Ontario, Canada. Mandated by the leadership in these communities, our organization is dedicated to strengthening First Nations by contributing in unique ways to a strong health system for the Anishinabe. We value respect, relationships, culture, equality and fairness. Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible.We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full time employees:Health and dental benefitsCompetitive time off plans that increase with years of servicePension plan & comprehensive insurance coverageFitness reimbursement programProfessional development opportunitiesRelocation assistanceCandidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at: Human Resource Department Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8 Phone: (807) 737-1802 Fax: (807) 737-2969 Email: [email protected] No resumes received after application deadline will be accepted. SLFNHA wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.Slfnha.Com SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children's Fund. To find out more, visit www.Mikinakoos.Com #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Promoter – Youth Development (Canada)
🏢 Northwest Employment Works
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