Youth Addiction Support Worker-Notre Dame

7 days ago

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Good Shepherd Centres Full time $51,000 - $70,000 per year

Hours of Work: Full-time permanent position. Sunday to Thursday 9pm - 4:30am.

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - Notre Dame Shelter, Youth Services and is part of our Youth Substance Use Program.

How You Will Make an Impact

In this role, you will work to make a difference in the lives of Clients in our Youth Services Program. The successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to the mission values of availability, flexibility, adaptability, hospitality and dignity. Youth Addiction Support Workers will function as a member of the Notre Dame House Youth Support Worker team and will have primary responsibility for working in collaboration with community-based addiction workers in identifying youth who are impaired by drug/alcohol use, facilitating crisis intervention as required and facilitating both the short term and longer-term service needs of the youth served.

Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations

What You'll Bring to Our Team

  • A post-secondary degree/diploma in social work/social services/child and youth services etc.
  • Demonstrated knowledge/experience of working with transitional-aged youth, youth homelessness and substance use
  • Knowledge of and experience working in residential treatment for Children under the Ministry Guidelines are a plus
  • Fluency in French and/or another language(s) is also an asset
  • CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
  • Good judgement, problem-solving and assessment skills
  • Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd

What We Offer

  • Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
  • Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  • Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
  • FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
  • POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
  • Make a difference and provide HOPE
  • Extended Health Benefits

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources

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