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7 days ago

Brampton, Canada The Pod Group Full time

YOUTH HOMELESSNESS & HOUSING ENGAGEMENTCOMPASSIONATE ● RESOURCEFUL ● COLLABORATIVE ● ORGANIZED ● CLIENT-CENTREDOVERVIEWA growing, community-based organization that provides shelter and outreach support for homeless youth in Peel Region. They are a leading organization recognized in the community for its commitment to providing youth in need with a safe environment and access to services to help them achieve independence and foster growth.MISSIONWe are partnering with our client in search of an energetic, highly motivated, and hands-on Youth Worker who will work out of one of their Emergency Youth Shelters located in Mississauga. The Youth Worker will play a fundamental role to support the youth within the housing first framework that is strength-based and trauma-informed.PRIORITIES Complete intakes and support with facilitating programs for youth entering the shelter. Lead and implement a client-driven care path plan by following up with residents on outstanding documents or actions required Provide a positive environment for youth coming to the shelter. Form professional relationships with a broad spectrum of community service agencies to be able to refer youth. Assisting youth in daily routines, including cooking, cleaning and life skills development. Answer phones and monitor the building for safety, including the completion of hourly security checks. Provide supervision, support and/or crisis counseling to residents living at the shelter. Maintain positive and open communication with the staff team. Complete documentation of shift activities and incidents in appropriate logs and client records. Responsible for entering client data for monthly, quarterly and annual funding reports. Support in facilitating the weekly resident meetings. TALENTS & EXPERTISE Diploma in Social Services or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. 1-2 years experience working with youth in a shelter/residential setting. Knowledge of homelessness, mental health and addictions is an asset. Knowledge of housing first for youth, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction practices is an asset. Knowledge of resources within the Region of Peel, specifically for youth. Effective problem solving, conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work rotating shifts, including some weekends and holidays. A valid Ontario Driver’s License, access to a vehicle and $2,000,000 (minimum) liability car insurance coverage are mandatory. Valid CPI/ UMAB and First Aid/ CPR certifications. Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check. Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to applicable legislation.

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