South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre
Neighbourhood Child/Youth & Family Services Youth Supervisor
Report to:
The SLNRC Youth Supervisor will be an employee of the South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre (SLNRC). Day-to-day supervision/consultation will be provided by the Manager of Neighbourhood Community Development & Youth Services in the form of formal supervision meetings as well as informal support as requested.
SLNRC is a Neighbourhood Resource Centre with a:
Mission to:
Empower and enrich the neighbourhood in an inclusive environment.
Vision to:
Provide opportunities that engage and empower residents to achieve their personal potential and healthy quality of life.
Position overview:
The Supervisor will lead the successful delivery of the CORE services “Neighbourhood Child, Youth and Family Centres” in relation to Youth Programs and Youth Mental Health Workshops for the White Oaks site and/or the Westminster site.
Qualifications:
Social Service Worker Diploma, Child and Youth Worker Diploma, Social Work Degree, or Sociology Degree. Or equivalent social services education in relation to the job posting.
Commitment:
This is a full-time position for (35hrs/week) that will include working evenings and weekends.
Salary:
$25.00 per hour
Outcomes:
A. London has safe, vibrant and healthy neighbourhoods and communities.
1.3 Expected Results:
Londoners have safe access to public spaces, services and supports that increase wellbeing and quality of life.
Metrics:
1.3a) # children/youth participate in activities that promote healthy living
1.2 Expected Results:
Londoners have a strong sense of belonging and sense of place.
Metrics:
1.2a) # children/youth feel connected/included/engaged in their community
B. London is an affordable and supportive community for individuals and families.
2.2 Expected Results:
Londoners have access to quality, affordable and timely services.
Metrics:
2.2a) # children/youth have increased sense of wellbeing
Child /Youth Programming
- Establish, deliver and maintain Youth Programs: Volunteer/Employment Readiness Experiences (Youth Council, Community Outreach Events, Secondary School Volunteers, Summer Volunteer Experience), Afterschool drop-ins, Youth Chef, PA Day/March Break activities, Homework Help, Drama/Arts/Music, All Sorts of Sports, summer camp program; either in-person or virtually.
- Establish, deliver and maintain Youth Mental Health Workshops: Be Kind To Your Mind, Youth Mental Health Strategies event and experiences, Life Skills presentations.
- Through a community development approach, provide outreach to enhance local youth programs in the area.
- Engage the White Oaks community through existing social media platforms
- Plan, create & edit videos celebrating &/or promoting White Oak activities
- Deliver youth services as it relates to additional grants and funding such as Summer Experience
- Participate in youth service provider related information meetings and skill building opportunities as directed by your supervisor.
- Support and supervise youth program staff and placement students
Financial Management of Neighbourhood Child/Youth and Family Services
- Support appropriate additional innovative youth grants and partnerships when appropriate.
- Responsible for keeping program to budget and work with supervisor on all expenses
Youth Centre operations
- Maintain all appropriate supplies and equipment for the youth centres and its programs.
- Maintain repairs to youth equipment.
- Maintain accurate data collection and meet all reporting deadlines with all youth related funders.
- Support communication with all youth related activities and ensure every effort is made to make sure all supplies and equipment are appropriate and in good working order.
Individual Child/Youth and Family Services
- Provide youth support and referral to the most appropriate community services.
- Assist with all SLNRC programs and events as needed
- Establish trust and positive relationships within the White Oaks and Westminster neighbourhoods
- Be a positive role model to the residents and representative of SLNRC
Qualifications:
- Leadership, strong organizational, and time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with report writing, maintaining statistics, and fundraising
- Capacity to build relationships with youth, parents, community members, and professionals
- Proven ability to work with youth of diverse and ethnic/cultural backgrounds
- Motivated, self-starter and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Capacity to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency with Microsoft office, email, and some knowledge of database entry
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Clearance through a Vulnerable populations police screening process
- Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain at own cost)
- Current Safe Food Handling certification
- Responsible, trustworthy, approachable and friendly
- Ability to work with a diverse population
We work together to “empower and enrich the neighbourhood in an inclusive environment.”
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
