Job Type: Full-Time Salaried (37.5 hours per week as best suits the needs of the program).
Reports to: Youth Homes Supervisor/Manager
Responsibilities: Support youth aged 15–21 by providing mentorship, life skills development, advocacy, crisis support, and individualized case management. Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment while maintaining the cleanliness and security of the program and assisting clients, visitors, and community partners as needed.
Qualifications:
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Relevant experience in the human services field and/or post-secondary education.
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Experience working with diverse and Indigenous populations in a culturally responsive manner.
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Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
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Knowledge in community resources, supports, and other agencies is an asset.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
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Valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Drivers Licence.
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Maintain professional boundaries in and out of the workplace as outlined in the YWCA Code of Conduct & Ethics Agreement.
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Successful completion of a YWCA Security Clearance, including a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Ensure interactions with clients and visitors are professional, respectful, and client-centered.
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Provide required services in a timely and flexible manner that responds to clients' circumstances and needs.
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Provide information, referrals, and connections to community services and financial supports.
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Meet with clients to obtain case history and background information to develop case plans related to their goals and needs.
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Transport clients to and from recreational/cultural activities, & appointments.
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Assist with job searches and employment for youth residing at Harmony Home.
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Provide support, referrals, and advocacy for the clients.
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Assistance with Program and Policy development.
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Liaise with the Ministry of Social Services.
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Ensure polices are adhered to as per contracts with the Ministry of Social Services.
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Provide support to the clients of YWCA Youth Peer Support Homes.
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Provide feedback to the Youth Services Manager and Peer Homes Supervisor on major issues and incident reports.
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Some administrative duties.
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Attend to crises as they arise during non-office hours as part of the On-Call Rotation. Contact the Youth Services Manager in teh event of a major crisis.
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Statistical tracking and reporting.
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Complete Daily Logs.
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Liaise with Public and Private School systems to ensure youth are participating in their learning plans.
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Any other duties as requested by the Supervisor/Manager.
YWCA Additional Benefits
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Paid vacation.
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Paid sick time.
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Benefit packages including Life Insurance, Health, Dental, and Long-Term Disability; the employee contributes a portion.
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1 EDO per month;
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5% matching pension;
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Professional development opportunities;
