Support Worker

3 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Phoenix Youth Programs Full time

Job Summary: The Homes for Independence Program offers homes for independent living for youth ages 16-24. Reporting to the Manager of Phoenix Homes for Independence, the Support Worker provides a consistent presence as a positive role model while living on site with youth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the youth in their daily activities and provide supervision and encouragement as needed.
  • Facilitate home maintenance, including participating in distribution and completion of household chores and reporting repairs needed.
  • Be familiar with and monitor the youths' short- and long-term goals as they work toward independent living.
  • Provide some therapeutic support and crisis intervention for the youth.
  • Facilitate regular house meetings and monthly house programming.
  • Participate in wider cross-PHI programming and celebrations.
  • Support program development, including attendance at biweekly team meetings and communication with the Phoenix Homes for Independence team.
  • Complete and maintain documentation as required and ensure confidentiality is protected.
  • Regularly attend youth support meetings and keep up to date case notes.
  • Regularly report to the Homes for Independence Program team, including regularly scheduled team meetings.
  • Occasionally liaise with other community supports, e.g., schools, doctors, social workers, etc.

Qualifications:

  • University or College education (can be in progress) in a related field and two years of experience working or volunteering with youth.
  • A minimum of two years' experience living independently or in a group setting.
  • Skills and discretion to be an appropriate role model to youth in transition.
  • Excellent organizational skills and good oral and written communication skills.
  • High energy, flexible and committed to teamwork.
  • Demonstrated understanding of youth development and the challenges of homelessness.
  • Demonstrated skill using anti-oppressive practice (harm reduction, narrative practice, a client-directed approach, and a social justice perspective).
  • Knowledge of mental health issues, substance abuse and crisis intervention.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and with limited direct supervision.
  • CPI Non-violent Crisis Intervention (offered internally), Standard First Aid (offered internally), Naloxone administration, and ASIST Suicide Intervention certification are requirements of the position, or the candidate must have a willingness to obtain them at the earliest possible opportunity after commencing employment.
  • Registration or Candidacy for Registration, certification, or membership of a related professional body (if applicable).

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