Youth Support Worker
Job Description
Youth Support Worker – Part-time
(Regina’s Place)
$19.78/hr
If you are looking for a career working with amazing people while helping your community thrive, then this is your opportunity and we want to hear from you!
About Good Shepherd
The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food and clothing; daily hot meals; emergency shelters for men, youth, families, women and children; transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs. This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd – Regina’s Place for Young Mothers and their Children.
Why work with us?
- Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
- POSITIVE and ENCOURAGINGatmosphere
- EMPLOYEE AND FAMILYASSISTANCE PROGRAM
- Wellness Program
- Make a difference and provide HOPE
Job Description
In this role, you will work to make a difference in the lives of adolescent mothers and their children living at Regina’s Place – Youth Services.
- Services to clients include assessment, crisis prevention and intervention
- Provide supportive counseling, education, advocacy
- Involvement in social/recreational programming, life skills teaching i.e. cooking
- Assist with providing linkages with other community services
How Can I Apply???
Please apply with cover letter and resume quoting job number YS-71-22 to Norma Joaquim, Director of Youth Services.
*Due to overwhelming response, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted. For additional opportunities please visit us on indeed or on our website www.goodshepherdcentres.ca
Our Values
Hospitality, as inspired by St. John of God is at the heart of Good Shepherd’s mission. This means that we welcome all people with compassion, acceptance and a spirit of generosity; creating opportunities for transformation.
Hospitality embodies our Values of:
- Responsibility
- Availability
- Adaptability
- Quality
- Dignity
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 at 905-528-5877 ex 2265.
Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.
Due to overwhelming response, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted. For additional opportunities please visit us on indeed or on our website www.goodshepherdcentres.ca
Requirements & Prerequisites
Qualifications
- Primary case management and community development skills acquired through a post-secondary education in social services such as Child and Youth Worker or Social Service Worker
- A demonstrated commitment to the mission values of availability, responsibility, adaptability, quality and dignity are required
- The successful candidate will possess experience working with adolescent mothers and children, knowledge of the Child and Family Service Act and a proven ability to work independently
- Proficiency in French and/or another language other than English is an asset
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential
- The ability to complete housekeeping/cleaning duties in a residential setting is required
- Certification in CPR or a willingness to be certified is also required
- A valid driver’s license is also required
- Weekends and Rotating Shifts
How To Apply
How Can I Apply???
Please apply with cover letter and resume quoting job number YS-71-22 to Norma Joaquim, Director of Youth Services.
youthservices@gsch.ca
*Due to overwhelming response, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted. For additional opportunities please visit us on indeed or on our website www.goodshepherdcentres.ca
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