Youth Development Counsellor

2 months ago

London, Canada Youth Opportunities Unlimited Full time

**Youth Development Counsellor - Youth Opportunities Unlimited**
- **Be the best YOU **_
- **Being a part of Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) means you have a shared passion for supporting youth in reaching their full potential. YOU is a place where your unique background, perspectives, and talents are valued, and help innovate new program ideas to best support youth in our community. **_
- **You can make your impact here Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where the work you do is truly valued. You will have the freedom to excel in your way by serving young people and knowing you are making a difference for our community. **_
- **Come be a part of a team that works alongside youth as they work on goals and be there to celebrate when they achieve those milestones. Help us continue creating a community where youth are embraced and will thrive. **_

**Responsibilities**:

- Administering assessments to youth (e.g. TAY-VI-SPDAT) and initiating participant’s plans as soon as possible (e.g. diversion, family reconnection, rapid rehousing, or shelter intake, etc.).
- Mentoring youth with complex needs, including youth who may have recently exited shelter, and who require ongoing supports in the community not limited to: health, housing, employment, education, financial literacy, relationships
- Providing case management and service coordination for youth participants with complex needs within a housing first for youth framework including positive youth development and youth engagement
- Using motivational interviewing skills and assertive objective-based interactions to guide participants in establishing achievable goal-oriented action plans relating to health, housing, employment, education, financial literacy, relationships
- Delivering appropriate outreach, crisis intervention and harm reduction strategies for youth
- Working collaboratively with a team of staff within a multi-service youth organization
- Creating and maintaining detailed records and reporting through a case management model
- Ensuring all screening, intake, interventions, exits and follow-up procedures are maintained
- Providing YOU representation to relevant community networks, coalitions and events as required
- Working collaboratively with community partners and referring agencies

**Qualifications**:

- University Degree or minimum 2-year College Diploma in human /social services from an accredited institution
- 3-5 years of experience in working with youth and extensive knowledge of local community-based programs
- Previous experience in case management and service coordination
- Excellent communication - written and oral competencies
- Strong interpersonal abilities and proven youth engagement strategies
- Flexibility, creativity and initiative are essential
- Ability to work various shifts and flexible hours; including days, evenings and weekends
- First Aid /CPR certification required, Suicide Prevention, Crisis Intervention and Prevention Training (PMAB or CPI) is an asset
- Proficiency working with Housing First approaches, specific to proving in-home support
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meeting targets and deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 including SharePoint, Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
- Valid Ontario driver’s license; ability to travel throughout London & Middlesex
- Working knowledge of Webtracker and HIFIS is an asset
- Proficiency in French language an asset

Applications must be received no later than: November 22, 2024
Please submit a resume and cover letter to: Amanda Oulton - Youth Shelter Team Leader

Applications should be received electronically in MS word or PDF format as one document.
We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- **Youth Opportunities Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer that values the richness of a diverse environment. Youth Opportunities Unlimited is committed to providing an accessible workplace, in support of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005) and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation 191/11. **_
- **Should an applicant require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process or as an employee during subsequent employment, they are invited to communicate and discuss their requirements with YOU contact noted above. **_

Pay: $23.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- London, ON N5V 2E1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Case management: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-

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