Youth Outreach And Employment Worker

The Salvation Army

Unknown, Canada
Base: $21.41; bonus/equity: not specified; benefit...
Onsite
Community outreach and engagement
Client support and advocacy
Partnership development
The provincial Youth Outreach Worker (YOW) Program supports marginalized and at-risk youth and their families to better navigate and connect with services and pro-social opportunities in their communities to improve youth outcomes

Job Summary

  • The provincial Youth Outreach Worker (YOW) Program supports marginalized and at-risk youth and their families to better navigate and connect with services and pro-social opportunities in their communities to improve youth outcomes.
  • This position provides a range of outreach services to youth participants and their families to support at-risk youth to make healthy life choices.
  • The incumbent will adhere to standards that are consistent with the values & philosophy of The Salvation Army and maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to clientele and coworkers.

Matching Summary

The provincial Youth Outreach Worker (YOW) Program supports marginalized and at-risk youth and their families to better navigate and connect with services and pro-social opportunities in their communities to improve youth outcomes.

Salary

Base: $21.41; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Community outreach and engagement
  • Client support and advocacy
  • Partnership development
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Adherence to organizational values

Nice-to-have

  • Positive role modeling
  • Empowerment of youth
  • Building community capacity
  • Faith-based organization support

Key Requirements

  • College diploma in Social Services or related field
  • First Aid/CPR and Crisis Intervention/Conflict Resolution certificate
  • WHIMIS Training
  • Valid Unrestricted Class G Driver’s License
  • Previous experience working with homeless (one to three years)
  • Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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