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About the Role

The YMCA Youth Substance Abuse program (YSAP) provides support services and counselling to youth ages 14-24. The Substance Use Counsellor will offer individual substance use counselling to at-risk youth, including street-involved youth, and conduct community education for youth, parents, guardians, and role models. This role delivers programs and counseling at the North York YMCA Employment and Community Centre.

Responsibilities

Provides brief solution focused and motivational interviewing counselling, case management and crisis intervention as needed, on and off site.
Conducts intakes, assessments, and referrals.
Delivers presentations to community youth agencies, schools, parents, professional and YMCA youth programs throughout the GTA.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date client case notes and files.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date statistics for YMCA use as well as the Ministry of Health.
Establishes connections and build relationships with other youth agency committees.
Raises awareness of YSAP services in the GTA area and within the YMCA.
Assists with continued program development.
Participates in supervision, staff meetings and professional development trainings as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

S.W., B.A., College Counselling Diploma or other related degree/diploma or equivalent experience
At least two years experience working with youth at risk
Excellent knowledge and understanding of the substance use field, especially as it relates to youth at risk, homelessness, mental health, and harm reduction
Training certificate in 2SLGBTQ+ and trans-positivity or related experience
Knowledge and ability to integrate anti-oppression, critical disability, 2SLGBTQ+ and trans-positivity, trauma, recovery approach in support to mental health and strengths-based principles into practice
Familiarity with the youth service agencies and youth resources in Toronto
Ability to speak a second language an asset
Embrace the YMCA Core Values of inclusiveness, caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty
Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities
Ability to work in an efficient manner both independently and as part of a team
Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers
Excellent written communication skills
Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity
Excellent understanding of diversity, inclusion and equity including the ability to identify and address barriers, work effectively with diverse stakeholders, and integrate equity into program design
Good computer skills in Microsoft Office and Power Point Presentations
Valid Ontario drivers license and daily access to a vehicle
Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter
Job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check.
Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required.
The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Skills

Brief solution focused counselling
Motivational interviewing
Case management
Crisis intervention
Intakes
Assessments
Referrals
Community education
Client case note maintenance
Client file maintenance
Statistics maintenance
Relationship building
Program development
Supervision participation
Staff meeting participation
Professional development training
Organizational skills
Prioritization
Independent work
Teamwork
Interpersonal skills
Relationship building
Communication
Written communication
Socially inclusive environment
Diversity and inclusion
Equity
Microsoft Office
Power Point Presentations

Location

Wagner Green YMCA
North York YMCA Employment and Community Centre (2-4580 Dufferin St, North York, ON M3H 5Y2)

Work Type

Full-Time
Contract

Experience Level

At least two years experience working with youth at risk

Education Level

S.W.
B.A.
College Counselling Diploma
Other related degree/diploma or equivalent experience

Salary/Compensations

$57,280

Benefits

Total compensation package

About the Company

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.
We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work.
We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.
Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors.
Our 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.

Equal Opportunity

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team.
As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.