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Residential - Youth Worker (Maternity Leave contract until September )

The 360°kids’ youth residence is a voluntary program that offers a combination of housing and support for youth, primarily 16-19 years of age, who are facing a housing crisis. Both residences provide a home for youth while they navigate the challenges common to adolescents or work towards living independently. The Youth Worker will provide client-centered, therapeutic support to all clients in our Residential program.

Duties will include:

• Provide case management support and informal counseling to program participants to assist them in achieving their goals.
• Act by CFSA and 360°kids’ policies and procedures.
• Oversee the operations of the Residence such as monitoring health and safety, implementing house rules, policies, and procedures, responding to crises, and other duties as required.
• Create and maintain a clean and welcoming environment for youth in care.
• Facilitate regular life skill programming that will build on the youth’s skills and prepare them for independence.
• Intake and discharge planning.
• Daily documentation such as case note documentation, report writing, and various other administrative duties as needed.
• Provide a therapeutic, safe, and welcoming environment within the Residence
• Assist youth to access various community programs regarding school, health, housing, employment, etc.
• Advocate on the youth’s behalf and act as a positive role model for the youth.
• Maintain positive relationships and interact with various community partners including school boards, police services, child welfare agencies, neighbors, etc. in a professional and respectful manner.
• Positively contribute to 360°kids as an organization.
• Other duties as required.

• CYW Degree/Diploma or Post-Secondary education in a Human Service related field or the equivalent of combined education and experience working with youth.
• Previous experience working with street-involved youth is a must.
• The successful candidate will possess a thorough understanding of issues about youth; an understanding of domestic youth homelessness; knowledge of relevant legislation (i.e. CFSA) and a strong understanding of case management principles.
• Demonstrated client-focused case management skills and role modeling.
• The ideal candidate will have exceptional interpersonal skills that promote positive team building, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• This candidate will possess a broad knowledge of community resources and the ability to strongly advocate for clients and make professional referrals.
• Experience working in crisis environments and with youth who have experienced trauma is an asset.
• Must have: Clean Child Welfare check, Current first aid/CPR certification, current vulnerable sector screening (criminal background check). A car and a valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract and$2 million liability insurance and assets.

• Extended health & dental.
• Long-term disability, AD&D, and Life Insurance.
• 3 weeks vacation/year on joining.
• 12 sick days a year.
• Birthday off with pay.
• An environment that supports continuous learning.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• A positive staff culture that provides opportunities to connect with your coworkers such as our summer BBQs, holiday parties, and team-building events.

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