Search results for: “Aboriginal Youth Worker”
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Aboriginal Youth Worker
If you are an Indigenous youth who isn’t accessing UNYA’s programs and services, our Aboriginal Youth Worker is working to reach out to you so that you know what is available, know that you are welcome and valued here, and feel comfortable accessing programs and services. If you are facing barriers that keep you from…
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Aboriginal Safe House – Residential Child and Youth Worker – Hourly Relief Position
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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Aboriginal Youth First (AYF) Sports & Rec Program Manager
Highlights of this opportunity: AYF provides a wide variety of sports and recreation opportunities for Indigenous youth ages 11-24 years, particularly those who are not currently active or involved in sports and recreation. Through a broad range of activities and workshops, AYF’s goal is to promote healthy lifestyles and foster leadership, life skills, and strong…
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Aboriginal Transition Team
UNYA’s Transition Program provides one-to-one support to Indigenous youth transitioning out of Ministry care and preparing to live independently. If you are an Indigenous youth 16 to 19 years old, and have a file with the Ministry of Children & Family Development (MCFD), this program is for you. We offer non-judgmental support and work closely…
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Aboriginal Youth Safehouse
UNYA’s Aboriginal Youth Safehouse (ASH) is a voluntary, short-term, live-in program for youth ages 16 to 18 who do not have a safe place to stay. ASH is a supportive, non-judgmental place where you can focus on your own goals and work towards making positive change. We work together to create a safe and healthy…
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Aboriginal Outreach Team
UNYA’s Aboriginal Outreach Team provides street outreach and support, focusing on Indigenous youth under the age of 19. Our outreach team will strive to meet you where you’re at and help take care of your immediate needs. Building a safe, trusting relationship is one of our top priorities, and every member of our team is…
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700+ Places for Free or Low-cost Food in Vancouver
Are you having a hard time finding the money for food? These handy resources can help! We’ve compiled a few ways that you can get access to food when you’re having trouble making ends meet. The Vancouver Food Asset Map lists over 700 resources for free or low cost food. We also have a number of programs…
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Leila Williams
A long-time participant in programming, Leila Williams’ life and educational experience go far beyond her years. Leila’s involvement with UNYA goes back to when she was just 12 years old, and began a mentorship with our Mentorship Program. Leila became regularly active at the Native Youth Learning Centre (NYLC) and participated in one of UNYA’s…
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Ravens Lodge
Ravens Lodge is a transitional group home for female Indigenous youth ages 12 to 18 who are in the care of the Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society. Our main goal at Ravens Lodge is to empower you with the tools and support you need to create positive change and make healthy choices in…
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Cedar Walk Education
Cedar Walk is an alternative education program for Indigenous youth ages 16 to 19 whose needs are not being met in traditional school programs. As a student coming to Cedar Walk, we recognize and respect that you have your own unique strengths, goals, interests, needs, and history. We’ll collaborate with you to identify your goals…