Location:
YMCA Immigrant Services, Halifax Nova Scotia
Program:
Youth Outreach
Position Status:
Full Time
Compensation: $39,000- $42,000 annually
There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.
Every charity exists to help solve aproblem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, andmore. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helpingto navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all,and creating community for isolated older adults.
We give people the tools,encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can domore than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.
As part of your total compensation:- Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities
- Access to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home
- Discounts on YMCA childcare and camp programs
- 3 weeks’ Vacation entitlement and paid wellness days
- Comprehensive benefits package and pension
- Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services
The Youth Intervention Program Staff plays anessential role in the planning, implementation, and delivery of services designed to support and empower newcomers as they settle in their new community. This position, under the supervision of the Coordinator, works toensure that programs and services are inclusive, accessible, and responsive tothe diverse needs of newcomers, fostering a sense of belonging.
This role will be an integral member of a dynamic program team, providing targeted support to newcomer youth at risk, helping them navigate challenges such as violence, vulnerability, and social integration.
This role focuses on providing individualized intervention and mentorship to at-risk youth, while also collaborating with community organizations, schools, and stakeholders to address broader issues affecting youth, including violence and systemic barriers. Through culturally sensitive support, the staff will empower newcomer youth to overcome adversity,build resilience, and thrive, while working to create safer and more inclusive communities for all young people.
In this role, you will:- Work with youth, their families, and community partners to ensure that youth are equipped with the tools, resources, and opportunities for social inclusion, empowerment, and well-being, helping them develop the skills and confidence to succeed in their new environment
- Lead and coordinate activities designed to support andengage newcomer youth as they navigate their settlement and integration processin their new community
- Create safer, inclusive, and empowering spaces for newcomer youth to connect with each other, build essential skills, and accesssupport services
- Develop and refine program and service activities based on the needs of clients and community
- Develop, implement and support recruitment plan and efforts to ensure active participation in program activities and services
- Prepare and setup of program materials, venues, and resources required for workshops, events, classes and/or service delivery
- Schedule client appointments, group sessions,workshops and program calendars to ensure targets are met
- Support the monitoring of program outcomes by helping track progress, engagement, and overall program success
- Provide direct support to clients attending programs,ensuring they have the necessary resources, information, assistance and referral to additional services when needed
- Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to establish and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, service providers, and stakeholders, enhance service delivery and building a supportive network for clients
- Assist with…
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).