Youth Worker Residential Services
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Support youth through trauma-informed care as an onsite Youth Worker with Covenant House Toronto, covering day and evening shifts in a 24/7 operation.
This full-time, permanent position serves young people in Resident Services and Winter Respite. You will assess physical and emotional needs, support individualized plans, and provide counseling, crisis intervention, and life-skills development. The work includes collaboration with Case Managers, departments, and community agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess youth needs using a trauma-informed approach
- Support client plans with youth and Case Managers
- Facilitate life-skills and recreational activities
- Provide counseling, crisis support, and behavior management
- Complete case documentation, intakes, and discharges
Requirements:
- Child and youth work degree or equivalent diploma
- Minimum two years' shelter or residential experience
- Knowledge of adolescent development and street-youth issues
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication
Bring trauma-informed assessment, crisis intervention, and youth-support skills to Covenant House Toronto's residential programs.
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