Youth Drop-in Worker

Native Child & Family Services of Toronto • Toronto, ON

1d • CA$45,291 - CA$73,869 • Onsite

About The Position

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto (NCFST) strives to provide a life of quality, well-being, caring and healing for Indigenous children and families in the Toronto Indigenous Community. They achieve this through a service model that is culture-based, respects Native values, the extended family, and self-determination. NCFST integrates holistic, culturally based prevention services that are child-centered, family-focused, and community-driven. Their purpose is 'Honoring Our Roots, Embracing Our Future,' and they are committed to preserving and celebrating Indigenous culture. NCFST offers an inclusive and supportive environment that values individual contributions and fosters collective success.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education at the community college level in Child and Youth Work or related field or alternatively actively working toward post-secondary education within the field.
• Have a high literacy in Indigenous culture.
• Lived experiences as an Indigenous person with the ability to transfer traditional knowledge and teachings, respecting the unique Cultural distinctions and variations found throughout Turtle Island.
• Current Vulnerable Sector Screening - Police Reference Check and willing to obtain new one upon hire.
• This position requires the flexibility to work days, evenings and weekends.
• Knowledge of the developmental stages of children and youth.
• Knowledge/understanding of the unique dynamics that exist within the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; organizational skills; initiative and respect for confidentiality.
• Demonstrated understanding, and commitment to, integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Mission and values in to practice, service and relationships.
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace Health and Safety practices and understanding of an employee’s responsibility under current legislation.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, to maintain effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity and build strong internal relationships.
• Available to work a weekly schedule from Tuesday to Saturday- 11am-7pm weekdays and 9am-5pm on Saturdays.
• Please note that the successful candidate is required to complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct service to Indigenous youth (16-29 years old) experiencing problems that prohibit them from reaching their full potential.
• Providing support to Indigenous youth on site and in community (when required).
• Develop and implement of program delivery of drop-in services.
• Providing referrals to traditional Indigenous cultural resources pertinent to the needs of Indigenous youth.
• Develop and implement life skill and cultural workshops.
• Developing community resources related to the basic needs of homeless and at-risk Indigenous youth, and assist in the delivery of case management services for youth involved with the criminal justice system.
• Ensuring that a full range of options are available to youth who are ready to take tangible steps towards achieving their potential.
• Supporting youth with school curriculum and resources to enhance learning.
• Providing group activities (circles) to youth in need of individual support such as crisis intervention, dispute resolution, and other supportive intervention.
• Providing healthy food options to youth/community during programming.
• Developing activities and overseeing the smooth running of the drop-in program.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date written reports and daily data collection as per funding agreements.
• Maintain stats and data collection using CASEWORKS and ICE TOOLS.
• Conducting outreach activities that include attending cultural community events, visiting schools and other social service agencies and social media presence.
• Complete and submit reports at the end of each shift to identify outreach findings and trends.
• Available to work a weekly schedule from Tuesday to Saturday- 11am-7pm weekdays and 9am-5pm on Saturdays.
• Outreach regularly to ensure services are provided to youth in need.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package, tailored to meet your needs, including health and dental coverage, life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Retirement and Savings Plan that provides you with the opportunity to build and add value to your savings.
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your professional growth.
• Maternity leave top-up.
• Generous Paid Vacation and Days-off.
• A Culturally rounded environment celebrating our roots

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree