Facilitate Indigenous youth wellness through cultural identity building, group programming, and relational support. Work directly with children and youth in community and land-based settings.
As a Youth Wellness Worker with Payukotayno, you will provide preventive, strengths-based services grounded in Omushkego values and Treaty 9 responsibilities. The position supports youth healing, leadership, belonging, and agency while addressing isolation and risk factors. You will respond to concerns involving emotional health, relationships, school challenges, and community safety.
Key Responsibilities: Develop youth wellness workshops, activities, and seasonal events
Support fishing, hunting, drum making, and ceremonial programming
Respond to youth requests for emotional and relational support




Engage young people in cultural and community leadership roles
Collaborate on holistic service plans with internal and external partners
Requirements: Child and Youth Work, Indigenous Studies, Social Services, or related credentials
Experience supporting youth in community, school, or land-based settings
Solid communication, group facilitation, and program planning skills
Knowledge of First Nations youth realities and strength-based interventions
Vulnerable Sector Screening and reliable vehicle required
Use facilitation, cultural understanding, and responsive communication to strengthen youth wellness, leadership, and connection.

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📌 Indigenous Youth Wellness Facilitator (Ontario)
🏢 Payukotayno James & Hudson Bay Family Services
📍 Ontario