JS-U25-34 Youth & Education Worker - Terry Fox House JS-U25-34 Youth & Education Worker - Terry Fox House 3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants
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Base pay range CA$56,500.00/yr - CA$56,500.00/yr
About Us

Springboard's mission is to build stronger communities by helping youth and adults develop the skills they need to reach their full potential. As a charitable organization, we deliver innovative, professional and diverse programming by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community. Springboard's program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The Risk and The Community Learning HUB.

Who We Are

People are at the centre of everything we do. We foster opportunities for skills development, personal growth and social interaction. We also actively promote work/life balance and mental health supports. We foster communication across the agency, from our Town Halls to our quarterly Springboard orientations. We are a learning organization and our people have the prospect to provide feedback into all areas of the organization.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Terry Fox House is a 24/7, live-in program which provides services to young men involved in the youth justice system, who have been charged with an offense and ordered for either open custody or detention placements. The team provide education and employment support, life-skills programming, and transitional planning which best supports individuals when they leave the program.

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Youth & Education Worker is responsible for maintaining a structured, trauma-informed and safe setting for 24/7 coverage for the youth in our care, as aligned with ministry operational guidelines, as well as the daily educational needs of the youth, in partnership with the Toronto District School Board.

Job Class

Union

Department

Justice Services - Terry Fox House

Location

Toronto, ON - Downtown

Status

Full-time, Contract (6 months)

Pay Rate

$56,500 per annum

Vacancy Number

JS-U25-34

Number of vacancies

1

Available

Immediately

Hours/Shifts

Monday to Friday 8am-4pm

Schedules are subject to change to meet departmental needs

Requirements

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Working closely with the Senior Counsellor and leadership team to support youth, including:
Ensuring all youth records are current and complete
Supporting with the tracking of youth needs such as clothing, hygiene items
Supporting in ensuring all medical/dental/health appointments are arranged and tracked appropriately
Support Senior Counsellor with case management, including:
Completing Part 1 of the intake process for incoming youth
Support in the secondary intake process for incoming youth, with Senior Counsellor support
Scheduling, prepare, plan for, and co-facilitating case management planning meetings with required members
Support in communication with parents/guardians, ally persons, resource persons, probation officer, etc
Supporting with scheduling youth appointments and programming
Attending court with youth
Support youth with hygiene, life skills, social skills, and individualized planning




Develop and administer education based, client-centered plans. Participate in on-going program planning and development
Develop and maintain strong relationships with Toronto District School Board (TDSB) staff and partners at the school site
Attend the school daily with youth to provide behavioural support and to meet their educational goals
Participate in the supervision, training, and developmental growth of new staff members, students and volunteers
Assist youth and their families/supports in reaching their individual goals
Foster a safe and healthy work environment for the residence, youth, and the staff as per policies, procedures and the legislation. Deal with crisis situations to de-escalate challenging behaviours
Ensuring all youth records are closed and stored according to licensing standards and program policy
Prepare and pre-cook dinner following safe food handling protocols

Administration & Professional Development

Maintain timely and accurate notes and logs using case management and other software, as well as other administrative tasks, as per our program model and policies
Support in the reporting of statistics and other notes as needed, to support in the program evaluation or other special projects, as assigned
Writing Serious Occurrence Reports Level 2s as required; with support from program leadership and Senior Counsellor as needed
Perform security calls, house checks and document as per policy
Auditing of program logs
Actively participate in individual and team meetings, supervisory meetings, planning sessions, case management meetings, and designated trainings
Work effectively with other members of the team
Modeling the agency's philosophy and mission statement, as well as the program's Values and Beliefs at all times
Other responsibilities as may be assigned
Participate in strategic planning and other organizational initiatives and committees as required
Regular reporting to funders, internal accounting, and fiscal management of the program budget
Execute other responsibilities as necessary to achieve the objectives and deliverables of the program
Other responsibilities as may be assigned

Education/Experience

WHO YOU ARE

Diploma/Undergraduate Degree in the Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Social Work. Related education will be considered
Minimum one year experience working with youth who have experienced trauma in their lives from a trauma-informed framework
Demonstrated experience in isis prevention and intervention
Direct experience engaging with diverse populations and an ability to apply a culturally responsive lens to all interactions, including program implementation and capacity-building with young people
Valid G driver's license
A strong understanding of the systemic barriers that young people face and how this may impact youth and their own experiences
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills




A demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders effectively, respectfully, and efficiently with minimal supervision
Effective understanding and use of technology, including Microsoft Office applications

In addition, the following are considered assets:

Understanding of relevant legislation and institutional policies (including the Youth Criminal Justice Act, Education Act, Safe Schools Act)
Experience working within a licensed residential setting considered an asset
Knowledge of the social service agencies operating in Toronto and a willingness to broaden knowledge with respect to clients coming from outside of our geographic location
Current Standard First Aid and CPR certificate, CPI, ASIST
Case management experience and experience in a live-in program are preferred
Experience working within a licensed residential setting considered an asset

APPLY

Thank you for your interest in working with Springboard.

Completion of satisfactory, professional references, background checks, Broad Record Check and proof of education are requirements of employment.

The Deadline for Applications is September 12, 2025. No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the organization and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community and we will work with you to provide a positive recruitment experience. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process.

Benefits

Why Join Springboard?

Be part of a mission-driven, inclusive organization that values people and impact
Comprehensive benefits package and pension plan
Access to training, mentorship, and career development opportunities
A dynamic team environment focused on learning, growth, and making a difference
Active Employee Engagement Committee that focuses on connecting staff through communication, a rewards and recognition program, career development initiatives and of course, social and team building opportunities.

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📌 JS--34 Youth & Education Worker - Terry Fox House (Ontario)
🏢 Springboard
📍 Ontario