Youth Worker, FT

Degree in Social Work/Social Sciences or College Diploma in Social Services. Relevant post-secondary education may be exempted by the employer if the applicant has at least 3 years’ experience working with youth in community settings.

Three to Four years youth engagement experience along with experience working with youth from diverse ethno-cultural, socio-economic backgrounds and leadership experience such as youth mentoring and/or volunteering.

Demonstrated experience in program planning and implementation and practical experience working with youth in community-based settings.

Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of issues facing youth at risk, and most specifically young women and girls.

Experience with casework process, including needs assessments, referrals, case management and follow-ups.

Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver workshops/educational forums; assess and evaluate various programs/activities and develop appropriate evaluation tools.

$29.87 (effective April 01)

File #:

26-SCY-09

Reporting to the Manager, Children & Youth Services, the Youth Worker is responsible for providing informal support to children and youth in the community by planning and implementing effective and engaging programs for youth and by mentoring and coaching youth and their families. The Youth Worker is also responsible for working collaboratively with other youth workers in the department and agency and with partner agencies to provide effective support to the youth community of Regent Park.

Establish and maintain positive, supportive relationships with youth and their families through the development and implementation of successful and effective afternoon/weekend programming.

Work with youth and their families to acquire and maintain needed services, resources, and supports.

Develop, deliver, and maintain effective working relationships with key supports and resources in the community.

Mentor youth and provide informal confidential support.