Youth Intervention Program Staff

Location: YMCA Immigrant Services, Halifax Nova Scotia

Program: Youth Outreach

Position Status: Full Time

Compensation: $39,000- $42,000 annually

There is potentialinside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.

Every charity exists to help solve aproblem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcareshortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, andmore. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and theprovince, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental healthsupports, accessible childcare, supporting anincreasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helpingto navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all,and creating community for isolated older adults.

We give people the tools,encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they knowsomeone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can domore than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidancethat helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods intovibrant and healthy communities.

As part of your total compensation:

Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to ourHealth & Fitness facilities

Access to Y at Home, where you can participatein fitness programs from your own home

Discounts on YMCA childcare and camp programs

3 weeks’ Vacation entitlement and paid wellnessdays

Comprehensive benefits package and pension

Complimentary wellbeing and counsellingservices

About the Role: The Youth Intervention Program Staff plays anessential role in the planning, implementation, and delivery of servicesdesigned to support and empower newcomers as they settle in their newcommunity. This position, under the supervision of the Coordinator, works toensure that programs and services are inclusive, accessible, and responsive tothe diverse needs of newcomers, fostering a sense of belonging.

This role will be an integral member of a dynamicprogram team, providing targeted support to newcomer youth at risk, helpingthem navigate challenges such as violence, vulnerability, and socialintegration.

This role focuses on providing individualizedintervention and mentorship to at-risk youth, while also collaborating withcommunity organizations, schools, and stakeholders to address broader issuesaffecting youth, including violence and systemic barriers. Through culturallysensitive support, the staff will empower newcomer youth to overcome adversity,build resilience, and thrive, while working to create safer and more inclusivecommunities for all young people.

In this role, you will:

Work with youth, their families, and communitypartners to ensure that youth are equipped with the tools, resources, andopportunities for social inclusion, empowerment, and well-being, helping themdevelop the skills and confidence to succeed in their new environment

Lead and coordinate activities designed to support andengage newcomer youth as they navigate their settlement and integration processin their new community

Create safer, inclusive, and empowering spaces fornewcomer youth to connect with each other, build essential skills, and accesssupport services

Develop and refine program and service activitiesbased on the needs of clients and community

Develop, implement and support recruitment plan andefforts to ensure active participation in program activities and services

Prepare and setup of program materials, venues, andresources required for workshops, events, classes and/or service delivery

Schedule client appointments, group sessions,workshops and program calendars to ensure targets are met

Support the monitoring of program outcomes by helpingtrack progress, engagement, and overall program success

Provide direct support to clients attending programs,ensuring they have the necessary resources, information, assistance andreferral to additional services when needed

Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to establishand maintain strong relationships with community organizations, serviceproviders, and stakeholders, enhance service delivery and building a supportivenetwork for clients

Assist with maintaining program records and trackingparticipation, ensuring accurate data entry into organizational databases.Support the Program Coordinator in preparing reports on program outcomes andclient feedback

Participate in team meetings, training opportunities,and collaborative planning activities to support program success andorganizational objectives.

Education and Skills Qualifications:

Relevant education and/or combination of training orexperience in human service delivery, Child and Youth care, settlement servicedeliv