Diversion Coordinator

1 day ago

mississauga, peel region, Canada Associated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP) Full-time

Associated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP) is an accredited, not-for-profit charitable organization, supporting children, youth and families with mental health and/or youth justice issues. AYSP’s team of professionals bring a wide range of knowledge and professional experience from diverse backgrounds to our workplace. Our teams have a strong collaborative work ethic and we are committed to ongoing professional development. AYSP provides a client-centered, strength-based approach to engage in a manner which is culturally sensitive, non-judgmental and respectful. Working together with our service partners, using a multi-systems perspective, AYSP provides services that are evidence-based and evidence-informed.

We are currently seeking a Coordinator to join our Diversionteam. The Diversion program is intended to divert young people pre-charge (EJM) and post-charge (EJS) away from formal criminal proceedings and into a program of rehabilitation.

Job Type: Permanent Full-time (one vacancy)

Location: Hybrid - Head Office in Peel Region

Union Affiliation: OPSEU Local 592

Hours of Work: 35 hours a week (Days & Evenings)

Responsibilities

  • Provide community-based services mandated by the Youth Criminal Justice Act as an alternate to custody for young people in contact with Youth Court and police
  • Respond to referrals from Crown Attorney’s office for Extra Judicial Sanctions (EJS) and Peel Regional Police for Extra Judicial Measures (EJM)
  • Meet with youth and their parents/caregivers in person and/or virtually
  • Develop new and innovative program sanctions/measures to address the changing needs of the program and clients
  • Facilitate group and individual programming, as required
  • Establish and maintain professional alliances with collateral agencies/organizations
  • Maintain professional documentation, in the form of intake, service plans, discharge summaries and/or case summaries and statistical information
  • Provide training to volunteers who support client and program needs
  • Work flexible hours related to the needs of the clients, evening work will be required

Qualifications And Experience

  • Undergraduate Degree or Community College diploma in a social science or related field
  • Knowledge of the Youth Criminal Justice Act and CYFSA, Provincial Offences Act and the Extra Judicial Sanctions/Extra Judicial Measures Model
  • Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working with youth. Experience working in the Youth Justice sector will be considered an asset

Salary Range: $49,409 - $58,772

Why Join our Team?

We offer an excellent compensation package with a strong focus on health and wellness. We offer our employees:

  • Flexible work schedule
  • 3 weeks accrued paid vacation, 3 personal days, and 2 bonus days per year
  • Excellent benefits, including health and dental coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and MyHSA – Health and Wellness Spending