Careers

Encourage and empower our youth

Sekweha is a fun, family-oriented workplace with an incredible spirit of positivity and community. We are a family and we promise you’ll find a sense of belonging and purpose within our walls. Join our team today!

Sekweka’s mission is to help “raise a generation”. 

 

Sekweha is the only full-time youth centre in Janvier and Chard, AB area. Sekweha is a trusted community centre run primarily by local Aboriginal youth, which is uniquely positioned to provide a safe and culturally sensitive environment for youth ages 8 to 17. Although, each youth’s situation is different, Sekweha is essentially “raising a generation” by helping ensure they are launched into young adulthood.  Programming, workplace skills, travel experiences, sporting opportunities, socializing and a warm meal, and the integration of First Nation culture, language, values and traditions are seen as a formative part of a child’s identity and educational experience within the community.

 

Location: Sekweha Youth Centre in Janvier, AB

 

Hourly pay: $18.00

 

Deadline to apply: ongoing

 

*Job description available upon request.

Sekweha’s Summer Student and Supervisor Work Program.

Sekweka’s mission is to help “raise a generation”.

Each year, Sekweha give’s students the opportunity to gain work experience in their off time. From landscaping to general office administration. Not only will students gain work experience, they also participate in safety training such as First Aid/CPR, Babysitting, and Class 7 Learners license. Students attend career fairs and get to meet with surrounding industries to learn about different career paths. Along with the help of CAREERS, the students also get to experience the further careers, in 2023, students were able to experience McMurray Aviation. 

Please apply within.

Employment Opportunity      

Title:  Executive Director – Part-Time Contractor
             20 hours / week ($35-$40 / hr)

Location: Sekweha Youth Centre in Janvier, AB

Sekweha’s mission is to help “raise a generation”.

Sekweha is the only full-time youth centre in Janvier and Chard, AB area. Sekweha is a trusted community centre run primarily by local Aboriginal youth, which is uniquely positioned to provide a safe and culturally sensitive environment for youth ages 8 to 17. Although, each youth’s situation is different, Sekweha is essentially “raising a generation” by helping ensure they are launched into young adulthood.  Programming, workplace skills, travel experiences, sporting opportunities, socializing and a warm meal, and the integration of First Nation culture, language, values and traditions are seen as a formative part of a child’s identity and educational experience within the community.

The Executive Director is the key management leader of Janvier Sekweha Youth Centre. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and finances. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors.

1) Board Governance:  Works with board in order to fulfill the organization mission.

2) Financial Performance and Viability:   Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization.

3) Organization Mission and Strategy:  Works with board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning and community outreach.

4) Organization Operations:  Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the operations of the organization are appropriate.

Please give your cover letter and resume to:

Dustin Nokohoo
chair@sekweha.ca

Deadline: Cover Letter & Resume Deadline is June 27th, 2025