Case Coordinator

Youth Assisting Youth is seeking an experienced Social Worker with superior knowledge of child and youth issues and needs, as well as the ability to manage a caseload of clients who are experiencing personal challenges. As a Case Coordinator, you will use your superior assessment and case management skills to create and support mentoring relationships (matches) between Volunteer Youth Mentors and Junior Mentees (children). Your dynamic, energetic and professional attitude will be instrumental in assisting at-risk and newcomer kids with mental health issues and other barriers.
- Must be fluent in the Ukrainian language
- Must have a valid Ontario class “G” driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle.
- Proof of COVID-19 Vaccinations and booster is required.
- This position is On-Site with occasional remote work.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- The primary responsibility is to match at-risk and newcomer children into One-to-One peer mentoring relationships with trained Volunteer Youth Mentors based on background and needs
- Assess volunteer mentor and child mentee / family fit within Youth Assisting Youth’s community-based One-to-One Peer Mentoring Program by completing individual home interviews/ needs assessments and other enrollment processes
- Match qualified volunteers using intake data to achieve the best relationship and outcomes for youth. Once the match is created, provide ongoing monthly match support for the volunteer mentor and child in order to monitor and guide their relationship development
- Be part of the Emergency On-Call Team on a rotating basis as needed
- **HOME NEEDS ASSESSMENTS**
- Conduct home needs assessments of children on the waitlist to assess the needs of the child and the home environment
- During the home needs assessment, provide parents with information on community resources and key supports that are available to them based on their needs
- Maintain concise records of info and data collected during needs assessments, and gather info from referral sources (i.e. teacher, doctor, etc.) to fully assess the needs of the child
- Arrange and complete home interviews and assessment of potential volunteer mentors

**CASELOAD MANAGEMENT**:

- Maintain up-to-date case notes for all clients
- Regularly update and manage the Google Map of waiting mentors, and maintain active communication with Volunteer Recruitment team where mentors are needed
- Match qualified volunteers using intake data to achieve the best relationship and outcomes for youth. Once the match is created, provide ongoing monthly match support for the volunteer mentor in order to monitor and guide their relationship development
- Maintain regular contact with Parent Support Coordinators
- Actively network with newcomer service organizations in the community to facilitate referrals of children where there are existing volunteer mentors

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- BSW or equivalent in Social Work and a minimum of 1-year experience in social services, specifically working with children and youth
- Proven experience and knowledge regarding child and youth mental health issues
- Strong understanding and knowledge of issues faced by immigrants and new Canadians
- Intake, interview and case management experience preferred
- Experience managing volunteers, especially youth volunteers, is an asset
- Ability to work some evenings and occasional weekends
- Current First Aid and CPR certificate or be willing to obtain
- Police Criminal Reference and Vulnerable Sector Screen Check is required

**COMPENSATION** **-** This is a full time position. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

**How to Apply**:
If you are dedicated to having a positive impact in the lives of children and youth, and are interested to join a dynamic team at Youth Assisting Youth, please forward your resume with a cover letter that describes how your education, skills and experience match the above position, to John van Rhee**, Human Resources Specialist**, **Youth Assisting Youth**. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

**About Youth Assisting Youth**

Youth Assisting Youth grows the leaders of tomorrow through peer mentorship of at-risk and newcomer youth. For over 46 years, it has paired volunteer young adult mentors aged 16-29, with youth ages 6-15 to engage in activities to develop mind, body, character, and leadership skills. Our non-profit connects volunteers to meaningful mentorship experiences that profoundly impact the most vulnerable youth and their families in communities across the City of Toronto and York Region.

**COVID-19 considerations**:
Vaccination is a key element in the protection against the hazards of COVID-19. YAY has adopted a Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Employees, seasonal/part-time staff, volunteers & youth are required to be fully vaccinated with a booster.

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Flexible Language Requi