Team Lead; Evening; Shelter

Team Lead (Evening) - Phoenix Youth Shelter

Sep 25

START DATE: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

Since 1987, Phoenix has been dedicated to supporting youth and contributing to a vibrant community. Phoenix’s over fourteen locations in Halifax, N.S. provide a continuum of care for youth aged 11-24 and their families. Our team of caring professionals recognizes that each person who comes to us has individual needs as well as strengths. People are the leaders in their own lives;
Phoenix is a leader in supporting them.

A staff group that represents the diversity of the people and communities we serve is of the utmost importance. Phoenix is committed to reducing barriers that have traditionally impacted access to employment and career growth. As such, we encourage those interested to self-identify their ethnicity, and or race, gender, sexuality, ability, etc. We also invite you to share your pronouns in your cover letter or resume.

Position Overview: The Team Lead is responsible for the management and administration of case management and youth programming. The Team Lead provides training and direction to the Shelter’s staff team. The Team Lead is an integral player in agency referral and coordinated case management activities.

Program Overview: Phoenix Youth Shelter is a 20-bed emergency shelter that provides free, safe, emergency accommodations to youth ages 16-24. The Shelter supplies daily essentials (food, clothing, shelter, etc.) around the clock to youth who seek support. All residents have access to daily programming and are connected with a Key Worker who provides on-going guidance and support to help residents meet their identified goals.

The Team Lead will work in a shared office space in a four-storey residential building in the South End of Halifax. Access to the building is by stairs or ramp; access to the upper floors of the building is by stairs only. The facility features gender-neutral washrooms, a shared kitchen, private and shared offices, common areas for youth, private bedrooms for youth, hygiene supplies, and a donation room.

Staff are provided with meals and snacks on shift.

Compensation: $53,025 annual salary (prorated for the term), comprehensive group medical insurance plan, Employee and Family Assistance Program, 3% Employer paid RRSP contribution, 3 weeks of vacation in the first year and 4 weeks of vacation in the second year, generous sick leave, a generous paid holiday schedule, in-house trainings, and professional development opportunities.

Reports to: Manager, Phoenix Youth Shelter.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm with some flexibility and occasional evening work. Part of on-call rotation for a week at a time.

Screening Requirements: This position is subject to a satisfactory criminal record check including a vulnerable sector search, child abuse register check and proof of education.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure the program is congruent with Phoenix’s vision and values.

Work in accordance with Phoenix’s policies, procedures, and framework of practice.

TEAM LEADER SHIP

Oversee and support the team in all case management, agency coordinated case management.

Advocate with community agencies on behalf of the program and its youth.

Participate in Phoenix’s Referral Committee in the referral process for youth and maintain strong key networks within the community.

Responsible for ensuring that youth programming is developed, delivered, and is monitored.

Ensuring youth information sessions such as resident meetings, housing search, addictions, and other health related topics are provided.

Meet with youth as required to discuss case management, re-accessing the shelter, and other issues related to youth support.

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