Youth Prevention Worker

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation is accepting applicants for the position of:

Position Title: Youth Prevention Worker                                                                             

Department: Child, Youth & Family Well-Being Services                                                    

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required)                                                                      

Location: 328 Chippewa Road, Muncey ON (community-based with travel required)              

Posting Date: May 6, 2026                                                                                                        

Posting Closes: May 27, 2026

Summary:

Reporting to the Youth Development Coordinator, the Youth Prevention Worker provides prevention-focused support, outreach, and programming for children, youth, and young adults of Chippewas of the Thames First Nation. Working in a First Nation context, the role creates safe, supportive, and culturally grounded spaces that strengthen identity, belonging, leadership, healthy relationships, and overall wellbeing for youth living on and off reserve.

The position works collaboratively with Child, Youth & Family Well-being staff, schools, health and social service providers, and other Nation departments to support coordinated and responsive service delivery while upholding confidentiality, quality assurance, and documentation standards.

Responsibilities:

• Provide prevention-focused support, outreach, and programming for children, youth, and young adults.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate individual, group, and community-based prevention programming.
• Support culturally grounded activities that strengthen Anishinaabe identity, belonging, and leadership.
• Build collaborative relationships with youth, families, Elders, schools, service providers, and internal departments.
• Provide advocacy, mentorship, and practical support to youth navigating services and resources.
• Support implementation of the COTTFN youth strategy and departmental priorities.
• Organize and support youth-led initiatives, gatherings, and community events.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in CaseWORKS and other approved systems.
• Follow all organizational policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
• Prepare activity updates, statistics, and reports and contribute to program evaluation.
• Participate in team meetings, service coordination, and collaborative planning.
• Support community events and prevention activities, including evenings and weekends as required. 

Qualifications:

• College diploma in Social Service Worker, Child and Youth Care, Indigenous Studies, or a related field.
• Equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with children, youth, and families.
• Experience working in a First Nation or Indigenous community is strongly preferred.
• Experience facilitating youth programming, prevention education, or outreach.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience using CaseWORKS or similar case management systems is an asset.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• ASIST, SafeTALK, or Mental Health First Aid training is an asset.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence, reliable access to a vehicle, and ability to travel as required.
• Clear Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.

What Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Has to Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits for permanent employees, supporting health, dental, and overall well-being.
• Employer-matched pension plan to help build long-term financial security.
• Access to a confidential Family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental, emotional, and family wellness.
• Two-week holiday closure over Christmas and New Year’s, providing dedicated time to rest and recharge with family and community.

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation gives hiring preference to qualified Indigenous applicants, with first preference given to qualified Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Band Members. Applicants who wish to be considered under this preference are encouraged to self-identify in their application.

Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter, resume, three work related references, photocopies of education documents to:

human.resources@cottfn.com 
OR
320 Chippewa Road, Muncey, ON N0L 1Y0 

Please indicate "Youth Prevention Worker” in your application. 

We thank all candidates for applying; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations are available on request (by email to human.resources@cottfn.com) for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

As a federally regulated employer, Chippewas of the Thames First Nation is not required to include compensation ranges in job postings. Depending on the nature of the recruitment and the position, we may choose to share salary or pay band information in the posting or during the early stages of the process. Compensation is always discussed with candidates during recruitment to ensure clarity and alignment with their expectations and experience.