Temporary Full Time Outreach Worker - Saskatoon, Canada - Saskatoon Downtown Youth Centre Inc./EGADZ

Saskatoon Downtown Youth Centre Inc./EGADZ

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Saskatoon, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

The Saskatoon Downtown Youth Centre Inc. - EGADZ requires an Outreach Worker and individual interested in a Full Time position within the Operation Runaway Program.

EGADZ is an inter-agency, non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide services for hard to serve youth and adults in Saskatoon with the mission to encourage and support them to make choices that improve their quality of life.

The EGADZ Operation Runaway Program provides support and services to youth that habitually runaway, are "at risk", or are already leading "at risk" lifestyles.

Workers provide support and advocacy in the areas of mental health, addictions, homelessness, crisis, housing, and follow up services.

Qualifications:

Post secondary education in the human services field, equivalent experience or a combination of both
Demonstrate and practice a healthy lifestyle
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with youth, staff and partnering agencies and maintain strict confidentiality and appropriate boundaries
Ability to express ideas and concepts effectively in an oral and written form
Working knowledge of computers (Windows)
First Aid/CPR certification
Knowledge of Indigenous cultures
Must have an experienced driver's license that reflects a safe driving record a Driver's Abstract is required (within 3 months)
Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector (within 6 months)
Shift work is required, including evenings, overnights, and weekends

Starting Wage $20.77

Pension and Health Benefit Program

EGADZ appreciates everyone who does apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified. Please no phone calls.

Salary:
From $20.77 per hour

Benefits: