Youth Community Support Worker

1 week ago

Toronto, Canada Fernie Youth Services Full time

**FERNIE YOUTH SERVICES**

**COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER (CSW)**
**JOB POSTING**

**About Us**:
Fernie Youth Services gives opportunities to young people that have been given up on, marginalized and excluded from opportunity. Guided by values of respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence we serve young people in and at risk of being in conflict with the law on a journey towards reintegration and purposeful living. Caring Beyond Reason is at the heart of our programs for young people and their families and at the heart of all we do. To date, Fernie has put over 6,000 young men and women on new paths to become contributing, law-abiding citizens.

**What’s it like to work here?**
Always going above and beyond, we give the next generation hope to become the best versions of themselves. That is us. An organization of diverse professionals focused on creating a feeling of hope and of purpose in the young persons we support. And we support each other, through learning, listening and support to develop a career of value and meaning, wherever you are on your career journey. And we have big plans Journey of Hope, our 3-year strategic plan, is full of exciting new ideas to expand our reach - to reach more young people, in more communities, and in more ways - for the next 6,000 young people.

**About the Role**:Community Support Worker (CSW)

This position is focused on supporting youth and young adults who are in conflict with the law to reintegrate into the community with success, purpose and meaning. Working collaboratively with
Probation Officers and other key partners, the CSW delivers transition services to young persons throughout the Greater Toronto Area, through direct service, coordination, advocacy and consultation.
This position focuses on securing continuity of education, housing, employment, health and other critical services for youth and young adults in a multidisciplinary, team-based approach.

The CSW manages a caseload of young persons and addresses their needs by engaging with them to develop meaningful, goal-driven, tailored service plans, to meet each young person’s unique needs and strengths, with the goal of successful reintegration into the community. The process is supported through screening, assessment, services, referrals and program delivery.

In addition, the CSW will have a specific focus on recreational support. They will work with youth/young adults to become engaged in ongoing recreational activities establishing positive community linkages and encouraging positive behaviour. The CSW’s expert input around recreational activities supports mental health, self-care, and mindfulness to address the needs and strengths of the young person.

**About You**:Knowledge, Skills and Experience

1. Demonstrated experience with case management, mentorship and counselling with at-risk youth and/or young adults

2. Demonstrated experience with and sensitivity to the client population’s cultural and socio
- economic characteristics

3. Demonstrated ability to work independently, while engaging with partners, colleagues and supervisors as needed, to maximize Case Management effectiveness.

4. College diploma or University degree in a related field
5. Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience working directly with young persons in conflict with the law.
6. Excellent administrative, organizational, communication and leadership skills
7. Proficient knowledge and use of available computer technology and systems
8. Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines, including but not limited to: Youth Criminal

Justice Act, Child & Family Services Act, Ministry of Correctional Services Act, Education Act,
Ontario including section 23 programs

9. Valid Driver’s License, clean driving record and access to a personal vehicle (with mileage reimbursement)

10. Police Record Check with vulnerable sector screening
11. Able to work 35 hours a week with flexibility to work evenings or weekends as required
12. Minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations

**About Salary and Benefits**:

- $48,000 to $52,000 annually
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan, with flexible health spending account
- Staffing training and development opportunities throughout the year
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work-from-home options
- RRSP contribution matching

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $48,000.00-$52,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift

Application question(s):

- What are the keys to success when reintegrating a young person to their community from custody/detention?

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (required)

**Experience**:

- case management for young persons in conflict with the law: 3 years (required)

Work Location: On the roa

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