Facilitator and Transitional Outreach Worker
6 months ago
**About Us**:
YOUCAN Youth Services is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to empowering youth, providing them with the knowledge, support, and skills necessary to navigate away from harm's way. We believe in a 50/50 approach, wherein we work tirelessly for the youth, while expecting them to equally invest in their own growth. Our mission is to ensure that the youth we work with either stay in school, return to school, or secure and maintain meaningful employment, ultimately paving the path for their economic independence.
YOUCAN Youth Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. Join our team and become a catalyst for positive change in the lives of at-risk youth.
**Job Summary**:
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Serve as a facilitator and mentor in the classroom, guiding youth through employment programs such as the R2W program and Verto Project.
Conduct engaging workshops and personal development sessions to equip youth with essential skills for success in the workplace.
- Build and maintain relationships with at-risk youth both within the classroom and during outreach support sessions.
- Conduct regular outreach support sessions with youth enrolled in employment programs to ensure their readiness and willingness to transition into employment.
- Collaborate with employers to support job retention and success for youth in the program.
- Advocate for youth needs, including housing, legal assistance, mental health support, and academic assistance.
- Coordinate with other support networks in the youth's ecosystem to foster growth opportunities and address any barriers to employment.
- Maintain thorough documentation of interactions and progress for youth enrolled in employment programs.
- Engage in continuous personal and professional development to enhance skills in classroom facilitation and outreach support.
- Support and guide youth through restorative dialogue processes to mitigate conflict and enhance engagement in the classroom and workplace.
- Undertake any other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**:
- A diploma or degree in Child and Youth Care or equivalent experience, with a minimum of three years of direct service work with at-risk youth.
- Proficiency in understanding and working with at-risk, culturally diverse youth.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to think and act intentionally and strategically to facilitate behavioral change in youth.
- Proficiency in creative problem-solving, conflict resolution, and violence prevention.
- Capability to work independently with mínimal supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
- Experience with classroom facilitation and workshop delivery.
- Flexibility with work hours/schedule to meet the needs of youth.
- A valid Driver’s License with a clean abstract and carry 2 million liability auto insurance.
- Successful completion of criminal record and child welfare checks.
**Closing Date**: Resumes will be reviewed, and interviews booked immediately. Only those invited to participate in the interview process will be contacted.
**Benefits + Six weeks’ vacation.**
Pay: $54,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
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