Youth Worker, William E Hay Centre, Youth Justice

Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1960, the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa (YSB) is one of the largest and most comprehensive non-profit agencies in Ottawa and a registered charity. It provides mental health services, employment programs, emergency shelter, community, health and housing services, and justice programs to youth in the Ottawa area, serving between 2,500 and 3,000 at‑risk individuals aged 12+ and their families every month. YSB employs 400 caring professionals in a unionized environment in over 22 locations across Ottawa. Under the general direction of the Director of Youth Justice Services and immediate supervision of the Coordinator of William E Hay Centre and Sherwood, the Youth Worker is responsible to provide direct services to Agency clients in accordance with policies and directives established within the Bureau.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in the social sciences.
Two years related clinical experience
Proven written & verbal communication skills.
Ability to work autonomously and as an effective team member.
Must be able to work rotational shift work
Must be able to physically restrain clients when necessary
Oral and written fluency in English is essential
Successful applicants will be required to provide a clear Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check or Broad Police check obtained within the past six (6) months, as a condition of employment with YSB.
Successful applicants will be required to provide YSB with satisfactory Pre-employment medical testing including up-to-date immunizations and TB test
To confirm language proficiency required for this position, successful candidates may be requested to undergo an oral and written assessment conducted by a third-party provider, arranged by YSB. Candidates must meet the minimum required linguistic profile before their employment start date.

Nice To Haves

Oral and written fluency in French is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide unit coverage on a rotational shift basis ensuring the safety and security of staff, clients and physical plant.
Provide direct clinical services including crisis intervention and on-going case planning involving client, family and relevant collaterals.
Maintain current client files and complete required admission forms, plans of care (including goals/action), daily logs and summary reports.
Comply with all mandating legislative requirements, Agency policies and procedures. Safeguard client confidentiality, rights and responsibilities.
Develop and deliver Lifeskills modules to client groups.
Advocate for clients and facilitate access to community resources and services.
Represent the Agency in a professional manner. Maintain positive working relationships with the community, other services providers, and collaterals.
Attend and participate in supervision
Participate in on-going supervision of part-time/students
Follow safe work practices as established by the Bureau and the program

Benefits

An opportunity to join a vibrant team and be part of truly meaningful and rewarding work
15 days of annual vacation + 2 personal days
100% YSB-paid group health benefits for eligible employees
A team where you get to be yourself everyday and where you have the freedom to innovate
Overnight premium of $0.50 per hour for eligible staff working between the hours of 11:00pm-7:00am
Holiday pay, as determined by YSB polices and the Collective Agreement in place
This position may qualify for overtime at 1.5 rate after 40 hours worked per week, as determined by YSB polices and the Collective Agreement in place
This position may qualify for on call compensation, as determined by YSB polices and the Collective Agreement in place
This position may qualify for emergency shift compensation at 1.5 rate, as determined by YSB polices and the Collective Agreement in place

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