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Location: Toronto, ON

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Title: Child and Youth Worker

Location: Scarborough, ON

Company: Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Job Description:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and youth? Do you have experience working with diverse communities and a strong understanding of mental health and addictions? If so, then we want to hear from you!

Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Child and Youth Worker to join our dynamic team. As a Child and Youth Worker, you will be responsible for providing support and guidance to children and youth facing various challenges, including mental health issues, addictions, and social difficulties.

Responsibilities:

– Work closely with children and youth, providing individual and group counselling, crisis intervention, and advocacy services
– Develop and implement personalized treatment plans and activities to address the specific needs of each client
– Collaborate with families, caregivers, and external service providers to ensure a holistic and comprehensive approach to care
– Assess client progress, document observations, and maintain accurate records in compliance with agency policies
– Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and training sessions to enhance professional development and knowledge sharing
– Contribute to program development and evaluation to improve services and outcomes for children and youth

Qualifications:

– Diploma or degree in child and youth care, social work, psychology, or related field
– Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children and youth in a community-based or residential setting
– Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, harm reduction principles, and anti-oppression practices
– Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
– Ability to work independently, as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
– Clear criminal record check and vulnerable sector screening

If you are passionate about helping children and youth reach their full potential and thrive in a supportive environment, then we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals in our community!

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 14 Oct 2023 22:32:28 GMT