Youth Support Worker

Help adolescents and young adults build employment pathways through individualized support, job readiness, and community connections at Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent.

This Vocational Worker position serves clients aged 12–25 seeking training or placement in community-based vocational settings. You will support goals identified in recovery plans, work closely with the primary worker, and contribute to a vocational program. The position also supports school, volunteering, paid employment, and broader social participation.

• Prepare clients for job searches, resumes, and interviews
• Identify barriers affecting employment and help overcome them
• Facilitate vocational development individually or in small groups
• Create employment opportunities through community agency partnerships
• Promote a stigma-free youth culture around mental illness

• Social Service Worker or Vocational Rehabilitation diploma
• Professional registration in a relevant discipline
• One to two years’ experience in a health-related organization
• Experience with adolescents and young adults facing mental health issues
• Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and vehicle access

Bring employment preparation, vocational development, and youth mental health experience to a recovery-focused community support position.