Youth Outreach Worker, Youth Transitions Program - Hamilton, Canada - YMCA of Hamilton Burlington Brantford

YMCA of Hamilton Burlington Brantford

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Hamilton, Canada

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Description

Youth Outreach Worker

Youth Transitions Program

(Supports for Student Learning)
YMCA Employment & Immigrant Services
79 James Street South
Hamilton, ON L8P 2Z1

Starting Salary:
$40, ,000 annually

Position Status:
Full-time Contract (until July 31, 2023)

Placement:
Immediate

Benefits & Perks:
We offer an array of total rewards to recognize
loyalty, longevity, and passion for the work we do:

eligibility)
Competitive total compensation packages
Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and
Generous pension plans with employer matching
Free YMCA Health & Fitness Memberships
Professional development opportunities including paid training and

- access to YMCA education scholarships

Reduced rates for YMCA Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Opportunities for career advancement

Nature & Scope
As a branch of the Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford, the YMCA
Employment and Immigrant Services branch delivers Employment
Services, Youth Initiatives, Literacy and Basic Skills, Summer and
Employment Experience Programs, Youth Outreach and Immigrant
Settlement Programs.

The Youth Outreach Worker of the Youth Transitions Program (Supports
for Student Learning) will work as part of a team that will empower
youth aged to reach their full potential by building capacity to
engage and success in the education. Through one-to-one support and
group workshops 120 youth in the Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford areas
will get the supports they need to be successful. This position will use an
outreach model to meet youth within the community, at schools, local
YMCA facilities or another appropriate site.

**If you are interested in this position,
please submit your letter of

2023, attention:

Lydia Loo

Program Coordinator

We thank all applicants, however,

only those considered for an
**interview will be contacted.

**Accessibility: The
Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford is
committed to creating an inclusive
environment that accommodates all
individuals, including those with
disabilities. We support the goals of
the _Accessibility for Ontarians with _

Disabilities Acts (AODA) _and have

established policies, procedures and
practices which adhere to the
accessibility standards set out in the
AODA. Should you require any
accommodation throughout the
recruitment process please do not
hesitate contacting our Human
Resources Department.

The
Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford is an
equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities:

Conducts intake and assessment to confirm youth eligibility and

suitability for program.

Ensures positive, professional communication with clients on an

ongoing basis and respond promptly to all requests, queries and
concerns.

Designs, implements, and evaluates youthcentered individual

action plans, in-person/virtual services and workshops as per
guidelines and funder mandates.

Conduct outreach and marketing to local schools, parents and

youth in the Hamilton area.

Supports implementation of work plan by actively interacting with

YMCA partners.

Ensures compliance with all association and funder policies and

procedures.

Performs case management activities for a caseload of 2025

youth at a time.

Consults with social workers, school administrators, other

professionals and family/caregiver supports when appropriate.

Coordinates peer mentorship opportunities and relationships.
Completes assigned evaluations and reporting requirements.
Maintain knowledge of relevant services and community resources

for youth referrals.

Foster and participates in community partnerships, initiatives, and

outreach activities to facilitate greater community engagement and
understanding in serving the needs vulnerable youth.

Maintain accurate, uptodate client files and documentation in

national database.

Qualifications:

Postsecondary degree or diploma in Child and Youth Care

Counselling, Education, Social Work, Recreation Management, or
related field.

Experience and sensitivity working directly with vulnerable

youth of different cultural and racial backgrounds, including
visible and invisible dimensions of diversity.

Experience conducing intakes, assessments, caseload

management, and workshop facilitation.

Working knowledge of issues/practices related to the social

determinants of health, youth development, individual
assessment, case management, group work, group facilitation,
program planning, and outcome evaluation.

Good interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to

effectively prioritize responsibilities.

Ability to work in an efficient manner both independently and as

part of a team.
**Why Work for the YMCA?
As a charitable organization, the
YMCA values the contributions of
its diverse teams. We recognize
the importance of providing
meaningful opportunities that
allow employees