Youth Worker (Shelter) - FT (2026-334-YPS)
About The Position
WoodGreen is a team of diverse and innovative change makers working together to make a difference in our communities. A United Way Anchor Agency with a proven track record and an entrepreneurial mindset, we continuously seek to develop solutions to critical social needs while striving to become a Centre for Equity. Visit www.woodgreen.org to learn more about who we are and to review our Equity Statement. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, representative of the communities we serve. We encourage, and are pleased to consider, applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, women/women identifying, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who contribute towards promoting innovative ideas and solutions. The primary responsibility for a Youth Worker is to provide direct, quality client care and supervision to clients in live-in programs, and to provide client-focused and strengths-based relationship-based interventions. From mental health and housing to employment and youth justice supports, WoodGreen now provides a more robust continuum of care, all under one umbrella. Together, we are better positioned to ensure youth needs are being MET: through Mental health, Employment, and Transitional supports.
Requirements
- Diploma or degree in a related field (i.e.; BSW, CYW, SSW, etc.)
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with adolescents or homeless youth, preferably in a shelter setting
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with at risk adolescents and young adults
- Valid First Aid/CPR certification
- Valid UMAB certification
- Completion of required suicide prevention and intervention training as per Shelter Standards
- Full vaccination (minimum 2 doses) against COVID-19 with a Health Canada approved vaccine series
- Availability for shift work required.
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of the complex issues facing our clients
- Sound knowledge of the issues facing homeless and street-involved youth, as well as community resources
- Appreciation of the importance of engaging youth and families from a strengths-based relationship-based approach
- Sensitivity to and ability to work with a diverse client and staff group
- Ability to exercise professionalism and sound judgement in conflictual and stressful situations
- Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to resolve issues with supervisors and co-workers in a manner that is respectful and cooperative in accordance with the agency culture and philosophy
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
- Strong administrative and organizational skills
- Good computer skills
Responsibilities
- Provide care and supervision to residents in the shelter
- Ensure the safety and well-being of the residents in the facility
- Complete reports, documentation and data entry as needed, ensuring that client records are accurately recorded in the Shelter Management Information System (SMIS)
- Ensure that administrative duties are completed within the required timeframes
- Support youth in the development of case plans (as per City of Toronto Shelter Standards) and provide ongoing case management
- Facilitate relevant referrals for residents to community-based services
- Develop, implement and evaluate group programming for residents
- Participate in the daily operation of the facility
- Complete all additional duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
