Job Description

Good Shepherd Centres Hamilton, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, strives to enhance the quality of life for all who seek assistance and support in our community. The Family Centre provides a continuum of support to vulnerable families in our community experiencing homelessness or facing significant barriers to housing stability.  An opportunity currently exists at the Family Centre in the role of:

Child and Youth Worker

Responsibilities:

Rooted in Hospitality and guided by Good Shepherd’s Mission Values of Availability, Adaptability, Quality, Dignity, and Responsibility, the Child and Youth Worker will provide primary support to families and their children who are residing in the emergency shelter. Parental assessment, child and youth interview, intake, case management, crisis prevention and intervention, supportive counselling, education, advocacy, assist children to register in school, coordinate services with child welfare agencies, linkages with other community services.  Develop, plan, and implement a programming schedule for children and youth including daily activities, supervising volunteers, and special events/holidays. Maintain safety and security of the shelter facility including hourly facility checks, answering phones and doors, and apartment inspections. Residential tasks may include sanitizing program spaces, replenishing toys in play room, receiving donations, unit turnovers, unit cleaning, cleaning of common spaces, preparing coffee and breakfast, and house laundry.

Work Conditions:

Most work is done in the emergency shelter. Driving to schools and other community agencies is required. Must be willing and able to assist in a hands-on capacity with residents. Time management skills are necessary in a high energy, changing environment.

Individual and team problem-solving capability is essential. Pro-active approach to service provision. Ability to work independently.

Qualifications:

Post-secondary education in Child and Youth Care or a related field is required. Preferred candidates for the above positions will be knowledgeable of and have experience working with a range of issues impacting children including homelessness, violence against women and children, immigration, poverty, developmental needs, parenting, behaviour management, mental illness and substance use. Candidates will have an understanding of and be comfortable working from a client-centered, housing first perspective. One year experience working in a residential setting is preferred. Fluency in a 2^nd language is an asset.  CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required. Valid G license required.

Hours of Work:

Shifts are a mix of Day shifts (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)  and Afternoon shifts (12 p.m. – 8 p.m.). Shifts are scheduled Monday to Friday but must also work one Saturday a month. Some flexibility in work hours may be required.

Please reply with cover letter and resume quoting job posting #FC-11-20 by September 13^th, 2020 to:

Good Shepherd 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 are in need of accommodations, please contact Human Resources.