Youth Drop-In Worker

Position Title: Youth Drop In Worker (Regular Full-Time)

New Position OR Replacement: Replacement

Location: In-person, 655 Bloor St. West

Salary: $45,291-$73,869

Benefits: Yes

Union/Non-Union: Union

Reporting to the Supervisor of Native Youth Resource Center, the Youth Drop In Worker will: providing direct service to Indigenous youth (16-29 years old) experiencing problems that prohibit them from reaching their full potential.

• Providing support to Indigenous youth on site and in community (when required)
• Developing and implementing program delivery of drop‑in services
• Providing referrals to traditional Indigenous cultural resources pertinent to the needs of indigenous youth
• Developing and implementing life‑skill and cultural workshops
• Developing community resources related to basic needs of homeless and at‑risk Indigenous youth, and assisting in the delivery of case‑management services for youth involved with the criminal justice system
• Ensuring that a full range of options are available to youth who are ready to take tangible steps toward achieving their potential
• Supporting youth with school curriculum and resources to enhance learning
• Providing group activities (circles) to youth in need of individual support such as crisis intervention, dispute resolution, and other supportive intervention
• Providing healthy food options to youth/community during programming
• Developing activities and overseeing the smooth running of the drop‑in program
• Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date written reports and daily data collection as per funding agreements
• Maintaining statistics and data collection using CASEWORKS and ICE TOOLS
• Conducting outreach activities that include attending cultural community events, visiting schools and other social service agencies, and maintaining a social media presence
• Completing and submitting reports at the end of each shift to identify outreach findings and trends
• Being available to work a weekly schedule from Tuesday to Saturday—11 am‑7 pm weekdays and 9 am‑5 pm on Saturdays
• Outreach regularly to ensure services are provided to youth in need
• Other related duties and responsibilities as required

• Post‑secondary education at the community college level in Child and Youth Work or related field, or actively working toward post‑secondary education within the field
• High literacy in Indigenous culture
• Lived experience as an Indigenous person with the ability to transfer traditional knowledge and teachings, respecting the unique cultural distinctions and variations found throughout Turtle Island
• Current vulnerability sector screening—Police Reference Check—and willingness to obtain a new one upon hire
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, and weekends
• Knowledge of developmental stages of children and youth
• Knowledge/understanding of the unique dynamics that exist within First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; organizational skills; initiative and respect for confidentiality
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto mission and values into practice, service and relationships
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace health and safety practices and an employee’s responsibilities under current legislation
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, maintaining effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity, and building strong internal relationships
• Available to work a weekly schedule from Tuesday to Saturday—11 am‑7 pm weekdays and 9 am‑5 pm on Saturdays

• Competitive Benefits Package, tailored to meet your needs, including health and dental coverage, life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• A Retirement and Savings Plan that provides you with the opportunity to build and add value to your savings
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your professional growth
• Maternity leave top‑up
• Generous paid vacation and days‑off
• A culturally rounded environment celebrating our roots

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