Residential Youth Support Specialist

1 day ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Springboard Full time

About Springboard

Springboard is a charitable organization dedicated to building stronger communities by empowering youth and adults to reach their full potential. Our mission revolves around establishing partnerships between clients and their community, delivering innovative, professional, and diverse programming in areas such as community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, and more.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Residential Youth Support Specialist to join our team at the Terry Fox House (TFH) in downtown Toronto. This individual will work with young males aged 12-17 who are in detention awaiting court or serving a period of custody as prescribed by the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). The successful candidate will provide support and guidance to residents in addressing challenges that may have led to their involvement in the youth justice system.

Key Responsibilities

  • Group Facilitation: Provide direction and advice to residents on daily living activities, including hygiene, budgeting, cooking, and social skills.
  • Support and Counselling: Offer counselling and support to residents and their families, helping them achieve individual goals and providing case management services.
  • Community Outreach/Outings: Oversee and supervise community/recreational outings for residents, liaise with community partners, and escort youth to appointments via house vehicle and TTC.
  • Administrative Duties: Provide clerical and administrative support to the program.
  • Health and Safety: Foster a safe and healthy work environment for residents and staff, dealing with crisis situations and volatile behavior.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Post-secondary diploma/degree in Social Services, Child and Youth Worker, or related field.
  • Valid First Aid and CPI certifications.
  • At least one year of recent work experience in services/programs for males aged 12-17 in detention awaiting court or serving a period of custody as prescribed by the YCJA.
  • Strong knowledge of computer applications, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adjust to different levels of communication.

Benefits and Salary

The successful candidate can expect a competitive salary of $48,059.55 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth and development.



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