Youth FASD Prevention Program Coordinator

The Saskatchewan Prevention Institute is seeking a full-time (1 FTE) Youth FASD Prevention Program Coordinator to cover an 18-month maternity leave beginning January 4, 2027.

The Saskatchewan Prevention Institute is a provincial non-profit organization that works to reduce the occurrence of disabling conditions in children. Our goal is healthy children. The Prevention Institute strives for excellence in primary prevention and knowledge translation and exchange to reflect current best evidence and meet identified needs. The Prevention Institute serves all areas of the province.

The Prevention Institute and its staff are committed to practices that uphold and reflect Relationship Building, Teamwork and Collaboration, Communication, and Continuous Learning.

The Prevention Institute provides a flexible work environment and a comprehensive benefits program to foster a healthy work-life balance and support employee’s professional development and growth.

Nature and Scope

The Youth FASD Prevention Program Coordinator reports to the Program Manager and/or Executive Director and is part of a team responsible for the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of activities of the FASD Prevention Program at the Saskatchewan Prevention Institute.

The Prevention Institute’s office is located in Saskatoon and serves all areas of the province. The Coordinator will be expected to work 37.5 hours per week.

Specific Accountabilities

The Youth FASD Prevention Coordinator will be accountable for:

  • primary prevention activities throughout Saskatchewan to increase awareness and knowledge of the causes and factors related to FASD and alcohol-related harms, with an emphasis on upstream prevention
  • trainings and activities to increase awareness and build capacity of communities, service providers, adult allies, and youth to address alcohol-related harms and issues youth face
  • education and support for meaningful and authentic youth engagement to a variety of sectors in Saskatchewan
  • collaboration with youth-focused organizations provincially
  • expansion of the Youth FASD Prevention Program throughout the province

Performance Competencies

The Youth FASD Prevention Program Coordinator will demonstrate the following behaviours (performance competencies) in carrying out their work:

  • Relationship Building
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Program Coordination and Planning
  • Knowledge Exchange
  • Financial Accountability
  • Resource Development

Required Qualifications and Experience

A university degree in a relevant area of study is required, for example, public health, social work, or education. University degrees in other fields will be considered with 3+ years of experience in a relevant sector.

Experience conducting and coordinating the completion of development of resources, provision of workshops and presentations, community networking, community capacity building, and community engagement.

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

  • experience working directly with youth
  • an understanding of youth engagement, trauma-informed practices, and harm reduction
  • an understanding of, and practice in, the use of social media and technology-based tools
  • experience with facilitation, training, and professional development provision in virtual and in-person settings

Staff must have a valid Saskatchewan driver’s licence and be willing and able to travel throughout the province to meet program objectives.

  • Salary Range
    The starting salary range for this position is $54,000 to $58,000 dependent on experience and qualifications.

    The Prevention Institute is committed to hiring and employment practices that provide equal opportunities and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, colour, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, culture, creed, religion, nationality, political affiliation, union activity, marital status, disability, genetic information, or benefit eligibility.

    Position will be filled through assessment for the best candidate based on identified competencies (core and position), accountabilities, and qualifications/education requirements.

    Application:
    Send a cover letter, resume, and three references to:

    Lee Hinton
    Executive Director
    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute
    1319 Colony Street, Saskatoon, SK S7N 2Z1
    Email: info@skprevention.ca
    Phone: 306-651-4300
    Fax: 306-651-4301

    Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Only those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.