Youth Worker Term

Staff of the Regina Open Door Society (RODS) must operate at all times within the mandate of service to provide settlement and integration services to refugees and immigrants in Regina. RODS is committed to meeting the needs of newcomers by offering programs and services to enable them to achieve their goals and participate fully in the larger community.

The Regina Open Door Society is committed to fostering a work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We actively seek candidates who share these values and contribute to our diverse community. Our aim is to eliminate barriers to employment, ensuring that all qualified individuals have the opportunity to join our team. Our facilities are fully accessible, accommodating the needs of all individuals.

We are located in the City of Regina on Treaty 4 land, which is recognized as the traditional territory of the nêhiyawak/Cree, Nahkawē/Saulteaux, Anihšināpēk, Dakota, Lakota, Nakoda, and the homeland of the Métis Nation.

As part of the Youth Program Team, the Youth Worker facilitates programs and activities to help newcomer youth to become familiar with their community and establish supportive social networks and become thriving members of their community.

• Post‑secondary education, preferably degree or diploma in the area of Social Sciences or Youth Development, Community Development, however previous work experience will be considered.
• 2 to 3 Years of experience working with at‑risk youth
• Strong commitment to providing quality services working in an intercultural environment.
• Event planning and organizing skills.
• Facilitation skills required: development and delivery of information, orientation and workshops.
• Ability to prioritize duties, ability to perform a variety of diverse task.
• Ability to document and compile reports in an accurate manner.
• Proficiency in both official languages is an asset.
• Fluency in languages other than English and French, ability to speak Dari/Persian is an asset.
• Experience with Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and internet usage
• Extensive evening and weekend work required.

• Reliable vehicle
• Class 5 Novice 2 Saskatchewan Driver's license
• Clean Drivers abstract
• Child Abuse Registry
• First aid/CPR
• Work in person and remotely

• Excellent interpersonal, skills
• The ability to effectively work in a multi‑cultural and team environment.
• Work experience in a client‑orientated position or related field targeting immigrant and refugee youth and families
• Knowledge of settlement‑related issues facing immigrants and refugee youth, children and families
• Broad knowledge of local community resources that can assist newcomer youth, children and families with their settlement needs
• Solid paraprofessional counselling and group facilitation skills. Familiar with the casework process, including intake procedures, needs assessment, goal planning, referrals, case management, documentation and follow‑ups.
• Understanding of Canada and Saskatchewan Privacy Policies and education system
• Strong time‑management and organizational skills are essential

Good verbal, written and presentation skills.

Program

• Build a relationship with existing immigrant /refugee youth, families and their community.
• Provide workshops or work with other agencies to provide workshops on racism, bullying, conflict resolution, leadership, public speaking and others.
• Provide information and orientation to newcomer youth and their families.
• Creatively plan, organize and evaluate activities.
• Prepare and submit program reports i.e. monthly/annual, financial, bulk uploads, meeting…