Residential - Youth Worker (Ft) - Markham, Canada - 360°kids

360°kids

Verified Company

Markham, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

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.

QUALIFICATIONS OR SKILLS 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 streetinvolved youth is a must.
Demonstrated clientfocused case management skills and role modeling.
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.

What's in it for you?
Rewarding work with an opportunity to make a positive impact in a young person's life.

In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a

competitive salary based on your skills and experience.
As an employer of choice, we reward our team with a total rewards package that includes:

Extended health & dental.
Longterm 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 teambuilding events.

Upon joining 360°kids you'll be welcomed into a fun and collaborative environment where we truly value our employees and want to see them succeed.