Full-Time Youth Transition Support Worker
3 weeks ago
Youth Empowerment & Support Services
Position Type: Full-Time
Available Positions: 2
We are currently in search of a dedicated Full-Time Permanent Youth Transition Support Worker to provide essential assistance at our Youth Support Services.
About Us
Youth Empowerment & Support Services (YESS) is a non-profit organization committed to supporting young individuals facing challenging circumstances. Our Youth Support Services offer immediate and accessible 24/7 shelter and personalized support for youth.
Our Mission
YESS aims to prevent youth homelessness by equipping young people with the necessary resources to stabilize their living situations, enhance their well-being, develop life skills, engage with the community, and prevent re-entry into homelessness.
Role Overview
The Youth Transition Support Worker will ensure that all youth accessing our crisis shelter services experience a safe and nurturing environment. This role involves delivering high-quality care through a trauma-informed approach and modeling appropriate social and professional behaviors. Responsibilities include assessing and prioritizing youth needs while collaborating with various departments to develop safety plans.
Shift Schedule: 4 days on, 4 days off
Working Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate a consistent and transparent intake process for youth.
- Evaluate individual risk and vulnerability, implementing suitable risk management strategies.
- Conduct intake tours and clarify program expectations to new clients.
- Foster relationships with youth, community resources, and family connections.
- Encourage positive interactions to improve social skills and community engagement.
- Provide accurate referrals and maintain comprehensive knowledge of community resources and YESS programming.
- Collaborate with departments to create holistic life skills plans for youth.
- Develop and assess transition pathways for youth, supporting them as they move out of care.
- Maintain documentation and enter information into databases.
- Perform clerical tasks to support youth goals and team communication.
- Manage crisis situations effectively, prioritizing safety and security according to agency standards.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will possess:
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
- Proven relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Creative problem-solving capabilities.
- Flexibility and adaptability in ambiguous situations.
- Experience in trauma-informed support practices.
- Respectful demeanor and ability to serve as a role model for youth.
The candidate will ensure a safe, clean, and secure environment for youth, demonstrating a harm reduction mindset and proficiency in crisis intervention and safety planning.
Qualifications Required
- A Certificate, Degree, or Diploma in Child & Youth Care or a related Human Services field.
- A minimum of two to five years of experience working with high-risk and at-risk youth in shelter settings.
- Understanding of the values and practices of diverse cultural groups.
- Experience with ETO is an asset.
- CYCAA Child and Youth Care certification is preferred.
Prerequisites
- Training in first aid and/or non-violent crisis intervention.
- Training in suicide intervention and harm reduction.
- Trauma-Informed Care Training.
- Recent police clearance and Child and Youth Intervention checks.
- Valid driver's license and driver's abstract.
- Proof of vehicle insurance.
- Basic computer skills.
YESS is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an inclusive and safe work environment for individuals from all backgrounds.
We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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