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 opportunity to provide feedback into all areas of the organization.

We have an 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. Springboard offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time, permanent staff and, for all permanent positions, a savings plan that helps support our people in all aspects of their lives.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Job Class

Union

Department

Justice Services

Location

Toronto, ON - Downtown

Status

Full-time, Permanent

Pay Rate

$ 58,782.60 per annum

Vacancy Number

JS-U26-55

Number of vacancies

1

Available

Immediately

Hours/Shifts

Monday to Friday 8am-4pm





Schedules are subject to change to meet departmental needs

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 Education Assistant 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.

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 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 behavioral support and to meet their educational goals
- Participate in the supervision, training, and developmental growth of new staff members, students and volunteers.
- Support and Counselling – Provide counselling and support to clients within the program and their families. Assist clients in reaching their individual goals, including support/programming and case management.
- Health and Safety – Foster a safe and healthy work environment for the residence, the residents and the staff as per policies, procedures and the legislation. Deal with crisis situations that may involve volatile behavior.
- Ensuring all youth records are closed and stored according to Licensing standards and program policy.
- Prepare and pre-cook dinner following secure 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
- Perform Security calls, house checks and document as per policy
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