Youth Case Worker at St. Leonard's | CA | Rezi

Youth Case Worker at St. Leonard's

Youth Case Worker

St. Leonard's · CA

6 days ago

Youth Case Worker

St. Leonard's · CA

6 days ago
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About the Role

The Attendance Centre Program (ACP) provides services to youth involved with the justice system, offering programming, community integration, and support for high-risk referrals. This role involves facilitating interactive programming, providing support, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to address criminogenic risk factors and assist clients in overcoming barriers.

Responsibilities

  • Conducting interactive programming and facilitating to youths in a group setting.
  • Facilitating programs on topics such as emotional regulation, goal setting, healthy relationships, anger management, personal/emotional wellness, life skills, social skills, moral reasoning, employment, and recreation/leisure.
  • Working directly with youths, cooking meals, providing effective supports, and community service referrals.
  • Working collaboratively within the team, with other service providers, and community partners.
  • Liaising within a multidisciplinary team to provide a wraparound approach.
  • Providing consultative support to youth and their families or caregivers.
  • Performing administrative tasks including daily case note writing, statistics tracking, and case management plan report writing.
  • Writing reports focusing on youth's risks, needs, responsivity, and SMART goal setting.

Requirements

  • Post-secondary education from an accredited institution.
  • 1-3 years' experience working with youth involved in the justice system.
  • Intermediate / Standard First Aid + CPR – Level C.
  • Knowledge of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).
  • Safe Food Handling Certificate (Preferred).
  • Valid G class Driver’s License.
  • A clear Police Check with vulnerable sector screening is required at the applicant's cost.
  • Proficiency in both official languages of Canada or another secondary language is an asset.

Skills

  • Working with youth from diverse populations.
  • Demonstrating initiative.
  • Adaptability.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Working independently as well as within a team.
  • Good time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work with youth in a case management role.
  • Strong advocacy skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication techniques.
  • Knowledge of the Youth Criminal Justice System, court system and service navigation.
  • Extensive knowledge of Trauma Informed Care, Restorative Practices, Intergenerational Trauma, Strengths Based, Behaviour Management and Risk Management.

Location

  • 405 Dundas St.
  • Travel within the community

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • 1-3 years

Education Level

  • Post secondary education

Benefits

  • Employer paid benefits package
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • Paid Personal days
  • Employer RRSP contributions
  • Wage grid includes annual wage progression
  • Professional development funds

About the Company

  • SLCS values a diverse workforce to achieve our mission.
  • We encourage applications from racialized communities, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, diverse faith communities, and those with varied lived experiences.

Equal Opportunity

  • We adhere to the French Language Services Act and are committed to equity, diversity, and an inclusive, barrier-free workplace under the AODA.
  • Accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.
  • If accommodation is needed during recruitment, please inform the HR department.