Youth Worker

1 week ago


Thunder Bay, Canada Matawa First Nations Management Full time

**Youth Worker**

**PURPOSE OF THE POSITION**

Matawa First Nations are nine independent First Nations who have come together to address the high number of Matawa First Nation children in care in First Nation communities and in the city of Thunder Bay which are taking a toll on individuals, families and communities in both the short and long term.

Matawa First Nations Chiefs called for the development of community-based, culturally appropriate and responsive care models for children with a focus on prevention and family reunification. As we work with families, we have identified the lack of resources for those youth aging out of care (18-26).

The purpose of this position is to provide support to those identified youth to gain life skills, connect to culture and foster a healthy productive lifestyle.

SCOPE

The Next Steps Youth Worker is a position to assist youth 18-26 years of age who are exiting the Child Welfare System to transition successfully from care to independent living within their respective community. Services are driven by the youth, targeted and focused, responsive to individual needs, and sensitive to the social, linguistic and cultural diversity of youth. The Youth Worker will also support youth to connect to existing supports and resources within their communities including, housing supports, education resources, employment services and training, life skills training (e.g., financial management, household management), health and mental health services, through a culturally responsive lens.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Service User Support**
- Responsive to the youth’s needs and goals as they transition from children and youth services to adult services. Develop individual plans to meet their goals: goals may include affordable housing, family relationships, social relationships and supports, recreational and leisure activities, life skills, education, health and employment needs.
- Meet with youth through various means including in the community, online, etc. Next Steps services are expected to be provided flexibly, at times that meet the needs of youth, and that are consistent with the identified needs and goals of youth.
- Support youth to develop and maintain relationships with responsible, caring adults in the community to help them as they transition to adulthood.
- Transport clients to community appointments, as appropriate.
- Utilize a trauma informed approach to support youth.
- Role model appropriate healthy relationships including boundary setting, labeling emotions, communicating respectfully, etc.
- Provide opportunities to participate in cultural activities including land-based teachings and activities.
- Mediate and advocate with other service providers, where appropriate.

**Case Management/Documentation**
- Carry an ongoing caseload of up to approximately 15 clients per year.
- Conduct intake/assessment of the clients’ needs pertaining to their successful transition to adult services.
- Collaborate with Child Welfare Agencies and significant other agencies, services, and individuals in the lives of transitioning youth.
- Complete case notes and other appropriate documentation.
- Complete reports as needed.
- Other documentation as required through Matawa First Nations Management Policies and Procedures.

**Community Liaison Functions**
- Work with local community agencies to both inform them of the Awashishewiigiihiwaywiin Next Steps program, and also to become aware of the services available in the community to refer clients.
- Receive referrals from communities and other programs.
- Establish contact with Child Welfare workers in preparation for the exchange of information pertaining to the needs of the youth.
- Participate in community and program meetings, as appropriate.
- Bridge clients from child welfare agency and systems to independent adult community.
- Foster communication and linkages with community agencies/organizations to improve access and mitigate barriers to services for eligible youth.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Post-secondary diploma/degree in social work, Indigenous learning, Aboriginal Child and

Family Services Worker, Aboriginal Community Advocacy, Child and Youth Worker or Social Services Worker with a minimum three (3) years’ work experience in community service delivery.
- Must be “fully vaccinated” against COVID-19. (In Ontario, a “fully vaccinated individual” is defined as one who has received the required number of doses as outlined by Health Canada and they have received their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days ago.) Must provide Health Canada’s proof of vaccination (vaccine receipt or enhanced vaccine certificate).
- Valid G Class Driver’s License.
- Valid current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check
- Valid First Aid/CPR certification.

**Knowledge**

The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

- Knowledge of the child welfare and justice system


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