Job Purpose:
Provides leadership in developing and delivering community safety and prevention initiatives within Cold Lake First Nations, with direct responsibility for implementing the Strong Paths, Safe Futures - Guns & Gangs (GnG) initiative for youth ages 12-24.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the day-to-day implementation, tracking, and reporting of the Strong Paths, Safe Futures initiative in accordance with funding requirements.
- Plan and maintain consistent outreach, mentorship, and prevention activities for at-risk and justice-involved youth.
- Supervise, schedule, and support Youth Outreach & Mentorship Worker(s) and assigned program staff.
- Build trusting relationships with youth, families, and Elders, incorporating Dene teachings, language, and land-based activities.
- Coordinate case supports and referrals with internal CLFN services and maintain collaborative partnerships with external agencies (e.g., RCMP, Community Corrections, schools).
- Contribute to the broader Community Safety Department's development while ensuring GnG-funded activities, time, and expenditures are documented separately for accountability.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Post-secondary education in social work, criminology, Indigenous studies, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
- 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in youth services, justice, or Indigenous community programming with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
- Experience working with youth and families affected by trauma, substance use, or justice involvement, alongside an understanding of trauma-informed and restorative approaches.
- Knowledge of Cold Lake First Nations, Dene culture, and local community relationships.
- Strong relationship-building, organization, problem-solving, and facilitation skills.
- Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's Licence and the ability to travel.
Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:
- Primarily community-based work, including office duties, outreach, partner meetings, and land-based activities.
- Must be able to work in complex, occasionally high-stress situations while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
- Office environment. Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am – 2:00pm.
- Working hours can vary and may require a flexible schedule depending on type of assignment or work plan task.
- Evening and weekend work may be required to attend meetings, events, and community engagement sessions to provide programming when youth and families are most available.
