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Directions Youth Services, a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver, is seeking a dedicated Youth Support Worker - After Hours to join our team. As a key member of our After Hours program, you will play a vital role in supporting youth who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
Key Responsibilities- Provide intake and assessment services to new clients, ensuring they are an appropriate fit for the program and making referrals when necessary.
- Identify individual needs and provide support, encouragement, and education to clients in matters related to crisis intervention, harm reduction, conflict resolution, community resources, substance use information, and advocacy.
- Employ non-violent crisis prevention and intervention strategies, initiating first aid, calling emergency services, and/or delegating these tasks as needed.
- Maintain accurate and thorough records in our online database.
- Minimum six months of post-secondary education with an emphasis on homelessness, mental health, addictions, and/or social services, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Minimum of two years removed from homelessness, street life, addiction, and/or other connected, relevant life experience.
- Lived experience is considered an asset.
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs.
- A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness, and integrity.
- Competitive hourly rate with a shift premium for overnight hours.
Directions Youth Services is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all youth. We believe in the resiliency of Vancouver's youth and strive to provide essential resources and support to those who need it most.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth, we encourage you to apply.
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