Youth Support Worker, Youth Transitions Program

1 month ago

Abbotsford, Canada YMCA BC Full time

Position Title: Youth Support Worker, Youth Transitions Program

Location: Various schools in Abbotsford

Terms: Full-time Term Contract

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: August 2024

Shift: Monday to Friday; 35 hours per week (Evenings and Weekends dependent on program needs)

Hours: 35 hours per week

Rate: $54,982.20 Annually + Benefits, 15 vacation days, and sick leave

Reports To: Supervisor, Youth Programs


Nature and Scope:

The Youth Support Worker (YSW) provides vulnerable youth, leading up to and at critical academic transition points, with the community supports and life skill development they need for educational attainment and future success. Program delivery includes, but is not limited to, the development of youth-centered plans, facilitation of workshops, supportive counseling and the coordination of peer mentorship. The YSW uses an outreach model to meet youth within the community, at schools, local YMCA facilities or another appropriate site. The YSW is responsible for the effective planning, implementation, and evaluation of program services. The YSW carries out their duties in a professional manner and in accordance with all YMCA policies and procedures, standards of practice, health and safety standards, child protection standards and contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements.


Responsibilities:

  • Ensures a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for participants.
  • Collects information to confirm eligibility and completes participant intake and/or assessment to inform ongoing participant supports to reach participant and funder outcomes.
  • Designs, implements, and evaluates youth-centered individual action plans, in-person services and workshops as per guidelines and funder mandates.
  • Performs case management as per guidelines and funder mandates.
  • Consults with social workers, school administration, other professionals, and family/natural supports when appropriate.
  • Coordinates peer mentorships opportunities and relationships.
  • Maintains knowledge of relevant services and community resources.
  • Engages with schools, community agencies, and other organizations to maximize services and resources to participants.
  • Adheres to all Risk Management and Occupational Health and Safety requirements including Work Alone Policy and Procedures and the Children, Youth and Vulnerable Adults Protection Policies and Procedures.
  • Inputs data accurately and timely into program designated database systems
  • Work within defined program budgets
  • Maintain accurate participant files in accordance with funder and YMCA guidelines
  • Collect demographic, output and outcome data for evaluation purposes and to inform and contribute to the development of funder and YMCA reports.


Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary degree/diploma in Child and Youth Care Counselling, Education, Social Work, Recreation Management, and or/ a combination of related education and experience.
  • 2 years of experience working directly with vulnerable youth
  • Experience in client intake and assessment, case management and workshop facilitation
  • Experience within a team environment
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Motivational Interviewing, Suicide Intervention Certification an asset
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required
  • Working knowledge of issues/practices related to the social determents of health, youth development, individual assessment, case management, group work, group facilitation, program planning and outcome evaluation
  • Working knowledge in culturally sensitive and trauma-informed practice, and strength-based approach
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team skills
  • Working knowledge computer skills (Windows, Microsoft Teams, Office and Outlook)
  • Experience working with youth 12-19
  • Well developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with youth participants, staff and volunteers; excellent written communication skills
  • Experience and sensitivity in dealing with members of different cultural and racial backgrounds, including visible and invisible dimensions of diversity
  • Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date
  • Current Emergency First Aid and CPR-C with AED certificate


Competencies:

In addition to bringing a commitment to the YMCA vision and values, the candidate should possess the following competencies:

Leading Self

  • Evolve in Professional Capability – Commit to being better
  • Achieve Excellence and Authenticity – Show up with the best version of you

Leading Others

  • Develop the Potential in Others – Help people grow and lead
  • Create a Culture of Connection – Build bridges between people and partners

Leading Mission

  • Think and Act Strategically – Make good decisions and act on them
  • Make an Intentional Impact – Advance the strength and cause of the Y
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