Outreach Worker

2 weeks ago

Scarborough, Canada Kennedy House Full time

Kennedy House (KH) is a not-for-profit organization with a long-standing dedication to providing exceptional personalized care for youth in the Greater Toronto Area for over 50 years. KH started with an initial family-like group home in 1971 and currently operates several residential and community-based programs, for marginalized and at-risk youth, including:

- One residential home for young people in care;
- Three homes for youth and young adults living with developmental disabilities;
- A Day Treatment school program for youth struggling in the typical school setting;
- Kennedy House Youth Centre, a secure custody facility for male youth experiencing conflict with the law;
- Bailiff services to safely and securely transport youth experiencing conflict with the law;
- Kennedy House After School Program for children aged 4-13 in underserved communities throughout Scarborough; and
- Kennedy House Youth Shelter, for youth aged 16-24 experiencing homelessness.

KH works with youth to enable them to grow as individuals and contribute as members of the community. This is achieved by providing customized support and building trusting relationships.

To learn more about our organization and the causes we support, we strongly encourage you to visit our website.

Kennedy House - Residential Services Division is looking for dynamic, creative and compassionate Outreach Worker to join our team.

The Residential Services Division works in conjunction with child welfare systems and other organizations to provide individualized plans of care and support. We offer a wide range of programs including but not limited to the following: time management, hygiene, transportation, nutrition, self-growth, health & safety, financial management, purchasing and utilization of community resources, job skills & employment preparation and housing & accommodation support.

Reporting to the Outreach Coordinator, the outreach worker will be supporting all program needs such as providing after school snacks and assisting with homework and/or other planned activities. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the health and safety of the environment and program.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work alongside the outreach coordinator to ensure all programing needs are met.
- Maintain a part-time role from 3pm to 5:30pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Assist with programing set up and take down
- Assist with program planning
- Able to maintain and safe and healthy environment
- Assists in monitoring achievement of personal outcomes
- Provides life skills training and emotional support to clients on a one-on-one or group basis
- Participate, attend and complete all required training meetings and/or learning programs
- Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable legislation, and workplace-specific health and safety policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as required

EDUCATION:

- In the process of completing or have completed a University Degree or College Diploma with a focus on Social Services and/or Behavioral Science is required

QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience specifically related to working with youth is preferred. This may include placement experience as well.
- Demonstrated knowledge of developmental needs (intellectual, emotional, physical, and social) of children and youth
- Current certification in CPR and First Aid is mandatory within 30 days of hire
- Current (within 6 months) Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Search must be provided
- Experience in a not-for-profit government agency is considered an asset
- Broad awareness of other cultures, values, identities and perspectives with a demonstrated ability and interest in working with and for diverse populations
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage conflicting and/or competing priorities in an effective and efficient manner
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent clinical skills, including experience and ability to work with and manage difficult behaviour
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to write legible, clear and concise reports and person-centred plans
- Maintain all required immunizations and vaccines

WHY KENNEDY HOUSE?

Additionally, Kennedy House provides the following benefits:

- Competitive compensation package
- Group healthcare benefits (extended health, dental, and vision care)
- Life insurance
- Paid vacation
- Company matched retirement savings plan (RRSP)
- Opportunities to grow within the organization, including relocation within other the Kennedy House programs
- On-site parking
- Company events
- Casual dress code
- Employee assistance program (EAP)

HOW TO APPLY?

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $18.00-$19.00 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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