Youth Support Worker

Position: Youth Support Worker Role at Association for New Canadians
Location: San Juan de Terranova

Contribute to youth empowerment at Association for New Canadians as a Youth Peer Support Worker in St. John's, NL. This role emphasizes mentorship through shared lived experiences.

As a part-time employee, you'll provide crucial support to youth aged 16-25 in navigating emotional challenges and community resources. Your primary focus will be on fostering resilience and independence, ensuring a safe environment for participants. This non-clinical position requires empathetic engagement and strong boundary-setting while maintaining clear communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster safe and trusting relationships with youth

• Provide group and individual peer support

• Assist in developing coping strategies

• Co-facilitate workshops and peer-led initiatives

• Document interactions and follow organizational protocols

Requirements:

• Lived experience with mental health or substance use issues

• Be between 16 and 25 years of age

• Strong communication skills with youth

• Experience with vulnerable populations is an asset

• Knowledge of local resources beneficial for youth

Engage, inspire, and support youth on their paths to resilience and growth as a Youth Peer Support Worker.