Youth Care System Navigator Position

Make a difference as a Youth Care System Navigator at The Link, supporting youth aged 12-25 facing significant barriers. Advocate for their well-being and facilitate access to resources.

In this full-time position, you will be part of the System Navigation Team, working closely with at-risk youths to create meaningful connections to essential services. Adopting a trauma-informed and culturally aware approach, you will help empower youths to take control of their futures and address their needs through strong relationships and resource navigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with youth in the drop-in setting

• Develop trusting relationships promoting youth control

• Facilitate connections to both formal and informal supports

• Organize and lead life skills and recreational workshops

• Keep updated on relevant youth service systems

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of post-secondary education in youth care

• Supervisory experience is advantageous

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Experience with crisis intervention and de-escalation

• Knowledge of youth systems including EIA and mental health

Empower vulnerable youth to access critical support and services through your dedicated work at The Link.