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 Justice Worker will: 

• Provide accessible culturally based support and intervention to help First Nations/Metis/Inuit youth to establish and maintain balance in their lives. 
• Provide case management to support the physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional cultural well-being of Indigenous youth who are currently or are at risk of being involved with the Youth Criminal Justice System.
• Provide life skills development and programming to youth at the Native Youth Resource Centre.
• Facilitate a culturally based anger management program to Indigenous Youth.
• Work as part of a team and collaborate with other service providers to create culturally safe supports.
• Complete ongoing assessments and service plans with youth.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records. 
• Provide drop-in supports to Indigenous Youth.
• Attend and facilitate cultural programming at youth justice and mental health facilities on a weekly basis. 
• Participate and provide staff support to the drop-in program. 
• Develop partnerships with various Criminal Justice resources such as probation, parole and Aboriginal Legal Services. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned.  

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

• Post-secondary education in the social services field (CYC, SSW, BSW)
• At least 2 years of experience in youth work or a related setting
• Knowledge and experience providing Indigenous cultural programming and teachings
• Excellent ability to connect with First Nations/Metis/Inuit youth.
• Knowledge of the issues faced by Indigenous Youth aged 16-29 which can include culture loss and intergenerational trauma.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto mission and values into practice, service, and relationships.
• Understanding of youth justice, harm reduction, addictions, mental health, developmental issues and high-risk situations faced by youth.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, counselling, and de-escalation skills.
• Understanding of systemic barriers faced by First Nations/Metis/Inuit youth and ability to advocate within these systems.
• Knowledge of local community agencies and other professional services available for youth.
• Good assessment, crisis intervention and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent analytical, time management, organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with flexible hours (some evening and weekend shifts required).
• 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.
• Provide a clear Vulnerable Sector police Check (VSC)
• NCFST requires all employees, contractors, students, and volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, absent of a valid medical exemption or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Human Rights Code of Ontario.