- Empower and guide youth towards self-sufficiency by helping them access employment and educational opportunities.
- Work closely with the residents in developing education, training, and employment goals.
- Provide 1:1 support to support skills development as it relates to employability and educational attainment.
- Develop, enhance, and foster community partnerships and collaboration in support of the program.
- Work with programming staff and community partners to develop a program calendar that builds capacity and offers a variety of workshops that meet the needs of the youth.
- Advocate on behalf of youth within the community to promote inclusion in educational and employment opportunities.
- Compile statistical information and prepare monthly reports as required for program evaluation and development.
- Participate on committees and task forces as required with other agencies addressing issues facing youth.
- Create a safe and secure setting for all youth accessing services at the transitional program.
- All other duties as required in the successful management of shelter operations while partnering with all stakeholders in support of organizational success.
- Degree in Child and Youth Worker or equivalent in related social services field.
- Experience within the social service sector supporting youth experiencing homelessness in accessing employment, training and educational opportunities and completing referrals as required.
- Cultural competency sensitivity and commitment to working through an EDIB, anti-oppressive, anti-racism framework.
- Knowledge of trauma informed care, and harm reduction practices an asset.
- Understanding of issues relating to youth homelessness and the barriers youth face in attaining and maintaining employment and educational goals.
- Experience with program evaluations and informed consent.
- Valid CPI/UMAB and First Aid/CPR certifications.
- Completion of a successful Vulnerable Sector Check/Criminal Record Check will be a condition of employment.
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to applicable legislation.
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Employment Counsellor - Brampton, Canada - The Pod Group
Description
OVERVIEW
A growing, community-based organization that provides transitional housing for youth in the Peel Region. A leading organization recognized for its commitment to providing youth with the resources and services to help them achieve independence and growth.
EDI-B VALUES
The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities. Through this effort, all team members embrace their role in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders. Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.
MISSION
The candidate will play a key role in supporting youth in the transitional housing program. The Pod Group is partnering with this organization to place a hands-on, collaborative, and compassionate individual to fulfill this role.
PRIORITIES
THE POD GROUP
The Pod Group (PG) is a creative consulting group that provides customized and innovative solutions to support our client's growth and ultimate success while promoting the integration of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in creating culture and engagement.
We balance strategy and people to help community organizations make better use of their resources by focusing on building the competencies to promote people-centric organizations.
The Pod Group has great success in serving a number of community sectors including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care.
We promote a unique approach while incorporating marketing and human resources as an integral component of strategy, mission, and vision. This focus aligns strategy with the development of a culture that embraces all stakeholders and a community spirit, while ensuring an effective plan that meets the requirements of the organization.
Requirements
TALENTS & EXPERTISE
