CharityVillage

Hours: 35 hrs/wk. 

Range: $41,751-$68,096

Location: 655 Bloor St. West 

Classification: Full-Time Regular

Position: Unionized  

Summary:

Primary Responsibilities:

 Under the direction of the Supervisor Youth Engagement, the Youth Drop-in Worker will:  

• Have the overall responsibility to provide direct service to Indigenous youth experiencing problems that prohibit them from reaching their full potential. 
• Provide support to frontline staff at the Youth Department and assist with the general delivery of drop-in services. 
• Provide referrals to traditional Indigenous cultural resources pertinent to the needs of Indigenous youth. 
• Develop and implement life skill and cultural workshops. 
• Develop community resources related to the basic needs of homeless and at-risk Indigenous youth, and assist in the delivery of case management services for youth involved with the criminal justice system. 
• Ensure a full range of options are available to youth who are ready to take tangible steps towards achieving their potential. 
• Provide case management and group activities (circles) to youth in need of individual support such as crisis intervention, dispute resolution, and other supportive intervention. 
• Participate in activities and oversee the smooth running of the drop-in program and maintain accurate and up-to-date written reports as requested. 
• Outreach activities to include attending cultural community events, visiting schools and other social service Agencies.  

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

• Have a high literacy in Indigenous culture(s) and post-secondary education in the Child and Youth Worker program or alternatively, an equivalent combination of education in a related field and experience working with Indigenous youth may be considered. 
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check police check 
• Understand the unique dynamics that exist within First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures. 
• Flexibility and ability to work within a team approach to service delivery and with Indigenous youth; excellent organizational, oral/verbal/written communication skills; initiative and respect for confidentiality. 
• This position requires the flexibility to be able to weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays. Tuesday to Friday shift is 11:00 am to 7:00 pm, and Saturday shift is from 9:00 am to 5:00pm. 
• Demonstrated understanding, and commitment to, integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Mission and values in to practice, service and relationships. 
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace Health and Safety practices and understanding of an 
• employee’s responsibility under current legislation. 
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, to maintain effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity and build strong internal relationships.  

Closing Date: April 22, 2024.