Youth Support Worker - Youth Education Support Program

YMCA of Northern Alberta•Edmonton, AB

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

The YMCA of Northern Alberta is seeking a motivated individual to provide effective program delivery for the YMCA Youth Education Support Program, targeting youth in grades 11, 12, and first-year post-secondary education. The YMCA is committed to creating a representative workforce, prioritizing candidates with an Indigenous lens and worldview, including lived experience, to best serve the community. The role involves providing holistic academic support, including educational attainment goals, and social-emotional and community support to enhance well-being, belonging, and academic motivation. Through individualized support, workshops, vocational tours, tutoring, and mentorship, the goal is to reduce barriers to post-secondary access. This position offers opportunities to develop planning, implementation, and program evaluation skills with support from experienced leaders. A flexible schedule, including potential evenings and weekends, is required. This is a full-time position eligible for benefits. The current funding for this position is until March 31, 2027, with anticipated extensions.

Requirements

Post secondary degree/diploma in Child and Youth Care Counselling, Education, Social Work, Recreation Management, or related field.
2 years of experience working directly with vulnerable youth.
Experience within a team environment and working remotely.
Standard First Aid & CPR-C and able to obtain a Police Information Check and Vulnerable sector.
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is highly recommended.
Working knowledge of issues/practices related to the social determents of health, youth development, individual assessment, case management, group work, group facilitation, program planning and outcome evaluation. Along with culturally sensitive and trauma-informed practices, and strength-based approach.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with client intake and assessment, case management, and workshop facilitation are assets. Training will be provided.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Motivational Interviewing, Suicide Intervention Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for participants.
Collects information to confirm eligibility and completes participant intake and/or assessment to inform ongoing participant supports to reach participant and funder outcomes.
Designs, implements, and evaluates youth-centered individual action plans, in-person & virtual services and workshops as per guidelines and funder mandates.
Performs case management as per guidelines and funder mandates.
Consults with school administration, other professionals, and family & natural supports when appropriate.
Coordinates peer mentorships opportunities and relationships.
Maintains knowledge of relevant services and community resources.
Engages with schools, community agencies, and other organizations to maximize services and resources to participants.
Adheres to all Risk Management and Occupational Health and Safety requirements including Work Alone Policy and Procedures and the Children, Youth and Vulnerable Adults Protection Policies and Procedures.
Inputs data accurately and timely into program designated database systems.
Work within defined program budgets.
Maintain accurate participant files in accordance with funder and YMCA guidelines.
Collect demographic, output, and outcome data for evaluation purposes and to inform and contribute to the development of funder and YMCA reports.