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Throughout our programs, UNYA helps Indigenous youth connect with culture, build confidence and skills, and reach their fullest potential. Your contributions make it possible for UNYA to engage more Indigenous youth, provide them with culturally-relevant services and support, and create space for these young people to thrive.

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Employment

Employment Opportunities

Together with over 100 staff, and more than 175 volunteers and 300 community partners, UNYA delivers 22 culturally-responsive, prevention-focused programs for urban Indigenous youth. We are always looking for talented, dynamic people to join our team. Please check back here often to view new opportunities.

Why work for UNYA?

  • We pay 40 hours per week for full-time, not 35 or 37.5
  • Full-time staff are eligible for extended health benefits
  • We are committed to team building
  • We have a 30 year history of successful youth service
  • We believe in empowering Indigenous youth
  • We encourage and support youth voice

Important Note: UNYA accepts complete applications for advertised positions only. You must state clearly on your cover letter which position you are applying for. All applications must be sent in electronic form, to the email address specified on the posting. Hard copies and unsolicited applications/resumes will not be reviewed, but immediately destroyed.

  • Employment Opportunity – Program Manager – Overly Creative Minds (Full-Time)

    Overly Creative Minds (OCM) offers Indigenous youth a safe and welcoming space to explore arts and culture, and to find and strengthen your voice.

    (view full posting)

  • Employment Opportunity – Casual/On-Call Drop-in Program Youth Care Counsellor

    The Urban Native Youth Association (UNYA) is seeking a Relief Youth Care Counsellor (YCC) to join our team. As part of our youth center catering to Indigenous youth aged 15-30, the YCC will primarily assist the Program Manager(s) in the development, execution, and day-to-day duties of specific drop-in programs.

    (view full posting)

  • Employment Opportunity – On-Call Relief Receptionist

    UNYA has an employment opportunity for outgoing, energetic and professional individuals with excellent communication and organizational skills to join our pool of on-call relief receptionists.

    (view full posting)

  • VCH Employment Opportunity – Nurse Practitioner – Based at UNYA

    Our focus is upstream primary health care for youth in the urban Aboriginal community.

    (view full posting)

  • Employment Opportunity – Aboriginal Safe House – Residential Child and Youth Worker – Hourly Relief Position

    At Urban Native Youth Association UNYA we have developed a Philosophy of Care foundation, drawing from best practices.

    (view full posting)

Volunteer

Volunteer Oppportunities

  • Volunteer Mentors – Mentorship Program

    The mandate of the Mentorship Program is to connect Indigenous youth ages 12 to 15 to volunteer mentors in the community. With the support of positive role-models, youth have the opportunity to realize their strengths and work towards future goals. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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  • Volunteer Mentors – Kinnections Program

    The goal of the Kinnections Program is to connect Indigenous youth ages 16 to 19 with volunteer community members who will act as mentor, advocate, and friend. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis

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