Youth Justice Program Worker

1 month ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada WoodGreen Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Youth Justice Program Worker

Job Summary: We are seeking a qualified Youth Justice Program Worker to join our team at WoodGreen. The successful candidate will provide direct care and supervision to clients in our congregate care program, promoting a strengths-based relationship-based approach to care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Incorporate a strengths-based relationship-based philosophy of care in daily work.
  • Provide direct client care and supervision to clients in the congregate care program.
  • Perform duties as a Primary Worker for assigned clients.
  • Promote and integrate Youth and Family Engagement.
  • Promote an inclusive environment that respects diversity.
  • Develop and deliver activities and therapeutic programs.
  • Ensure the safety and security of residents in the facility.
  • Complete documentation and reports as required.
  • Participate in the day-to-day operation of the facility.
  • Shift work is required.

Required Qualifications:

  • University or College degree and/or diploma in Child & Youth Work and/or Bachelor of Social Work.
  • 1 year of work experience with youth in a live-in treatment setting.
  • Demonstrated understanding of complex issues facing clients.
  • Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent communication, organization, administrative, and computer skills.
  • Able to work well as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience in the youth justice sector.
  • Appreciation of the importance of engaging youth and families from a strength-based relationship-based approach.
  • Sensitivity to and ability to work with diverse client and staff groups.

About WoodGreen: WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

How to Apply: Please submit your application through our website. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



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