Work with Us
Together with over 100 staff, and more than 175 volunteers and 300 community partners, UNYA delivers 22 culturally-responsive, prevention-focused proAt UNYA, you’ll do more than just build a career — you’ll be part of a community. Our team is dedicated to creating safe spaces, strong connections, and brighter futures for Indigenous youth.
We believe in working together, supporting one another, and celebrating the strengths that each person brings. Whether you’re on the front lines with youth, behind the scenes keeping programs running, or leading initiatives that shape the future, your work here matters.
If you’re passionate about making a difference, value cultural teachings, and want to be part of a supportive, dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us — and help build opportunities for Indigenous youth to thrive.
What We Offer
We know that the wellbeing of our staff matters just as much as the wellbeing of the youth we serve. That’s why UNYA provides:
- A comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family
- Generous vacation, sick time, agency days, and wellness days — because balance matters
- Access to counselling services for added personal support
- Guidance and teachings from UNYA’s Elder in Residence for cultural and spiritual care
- FUNYA — our monthly staff development day filled with learning, connection, and fun
Explore our current opportunities below and start your journey with UNYA today.
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ASH- Afternoon line Youth Care Counsellor – Permanent, Full Time
Youth Care Counsellor – Permanent, Full Time Friday-Tuesday, 3pm-11pm Highlights of this opportunity: As members of the Aboriginal Youth Safehouse program, Youth Care Counsellors provide a safe space and temporary housing for youth without a secure place to stay, with stays ranging from one night to several nights. The position focuses on connecting youth to…
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ASH- Morning line Youth Care Counsellor – Permanent, Full Time
Youth Care Counsellor – Permanent, Full Time Thursday – Monday, 8am – 4pm Highlights of this opportunity: As members of the Aboriginal Youth Safehouse program, Youth Care Counsellors provide a safe space and temporary housing for youth without a secure place to stay, with stays ranging from one night to several nights. The position focuses…
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On-Call Relief Receptionist
Who we are: UNYA has been supporting the health and wellbeing of Indigenous youth in the Metro Vancouver area for over 30 years. As a respected non-profit, charitable organization, we recognize Indigenous youth as experts in their own lives and strive to provide youth with programs and opportunities that are relevant and meaningful to them.…
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Young Bears Lodge – Relief Youth Care Worker
Highlights of this opportunity: Are you passionate about empowering Indigenous youth? Do you have a knack for building positive relationships? Are you strategic, creative, and dynamic in your approach to youth work? Does working within a fast-paced environment energize you? If you said yes, then this is the opportunity for you! Young Bears Lodge is…
Our Staff Leadership Team
From left to right, Sarah Heneghan Director of Clinical Programs, Reanne Percival, Director of Operations, Cheryl Robinson, CEO, Lucas Riedl, Director of Youth Programs
