Youth in Transition Worker - Markham, Canada - 360°kids

360°kids

Verified Company

Markham, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

This role is community based role need travelling.

The Aftercare and Transitional Support team/Youth In Transition Worker provides one-on-one case management and workshop based interventions, to provide youth leaving the care of the Children's Aid Society with support in developing independent living skills.

Through workshop-based, life skills focused, programming youth will learn tangible life skills required for daily living, self-maintenance and obtaining and sustaining gainful employment.

One to one case management will focus on education/employment Assistance; finding appropriate, stable and affordable housing; relationships; life skills; identity; youth engagement and emotional healing.

Direct Responsibilities:

Provide support to youth leaving care to promote interdependence and help the youth develop a system of supports within the community.
Provide one to one case management focused on education/employment assistance; finding appropriate, stable, and affordable housing; relationships; life skills; identity; youth engagement and emotional healing.
Plan and facilitate life skills programming for the youth in order to foster independence in participants by encouraging positive attitudes and reinforcing concrete daily living skills which are necessary for successful independent living.
Assist and provide support in the development of youth action plans. Coordinate action plan activities and monitor progress.
Provide client focused counselling skills and role modelling in an adaptable and flexible approach taking into consideration the unique qualities of each client.
Encourage and support clients to secure suitable housing within the community and assist youth to access various community programs regarding housing, mental health, etc.
Advocate on youth's behalf and act as a positive role model for youth.
Maintain active and effective communication with the Team Lead and Manager of Support Programs.
With the Team Lead's support, create and implement approved strategies and plans that will result in the achievement of the program's goals and objectives.
Report on a regular basis to the Team Lead regarding issues of need and/or concern. In the event of a crisis or critical incident, immediately report to the appropriate level.
Follow appropriate policies and procedures of 360°kids. Ensure that the program operates in line with 360°kids' mission, vision, and values, and activities comply with applicable standards and laws.
Complete all mandatory recording and reporting including daily documentation, statistical data collection and completing registration forms. Provide reports and related information to the Team Lead and/or Manager of Support Programs as required.
Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS OR SKILLS REQUIRED:

Degree or diploma in related Human Services discipline or equivalent.
Minimum three (3) years working with youth.
Demonstrated experience and understanding of case management principles and the regulatory environment pertaining to youth (CFSA).
Proven experience in youth development principles.
Demonstrated strong assessment skills familiarity with relevant issues pertaining to youth. Experience with outreach activities and strategies.
Strong demonstrable oral and written communication with all levels of staff, the public and clients while maintaining objectivity.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, community agencies and the public.

Must have:

Current first aid/CPR certification, current vulnerable sector screening (criminal background check), reliable vehicle, valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract and $2 M liability insurance coverage.