Job Summary

The Youth Outreach Worker will outreach to and provide youth (ages 12-21) residing in a priority neighbourhood with assistance navigating and accessing services such as: education, employment, housing, mental health, and legal or other services in the community.

· Ensure the successful implementation and operation of the program.

· Develop constructive relationships with youth in the neighbourhoods served and refer them to appropriate services.

· Gather information about youth and assess where they fall on the ‘Stages of Change’.

· Input information on an ongoing basis into the ‘TREAT’ database

· Maintain a safe, stable and secure atmosphere in the program.

· Be actively involved, supportive and committed to the “team approach” of the program.

· Adhere to the Policy and Procedures Manual of the Agency, Ministry and program standards requirements.

· At all times, represent and be an appropriate role model to the staff and youth.

· To be accountable and report to the Program Manager, Youth Opportunities Strategy.

· To provide programming in the following neighbourhoods: Sandwich, Drouillard, Forest Glade, Glengarry, and University

· Develop and facilitate safe and engaging drop-in and after-school programs

· Provide planned, coordinated and responsive outreach strategies and activities that are intended to identify, capture the attention and interest of, and foster involvement of youth, and their families

· Organize events and attend group activities organized by others and conduct such activities to build relationships with youth

· Facilitate a variety of indoor and outdoor recreational, leisure, and social activities for youth and their families





· Facilitate better access for youth to services and recreational opportunities

· Engage youth by going to places where events and activities are often held such as parks, community centres, etc.

· Develop and facilitate events and activities that will allow youth to gain new knowledge, skills, abilities, build confidence.

· Create a space for youth to develop positive peer interactions, make new friendships, and develop strong relationships

· Create opportunities for youth to develop personal and interpersonal skills, and to reduce the risk of becoming involved in unsafe activities

· Support youth and families affiliated with all New Beginnings educational programs and classrooms

· Develop and distribute monthly calendar of events

· Review and update neighbourhood mapping annually.

· Identify and engage appropriate youth participants and refer them to programs or services they require.

· To oversee youth groups and encourage volunteerism.

· To develop positive and educational engagement events to attract new youth participants

· Develop linkages with community partners and update them on a regular basis to update on new initiatives.

· To provide programming and support to youth, including: foodbank, hygiene packages, employment training, laundry and life skills group(s).





· To provide statistical information to the Program Manager.

· To maintain professionalism at all times including appearance while providing a high quality level of service to youth and community partners.

· Assist with training of new employees through shadowing and other methods.

· Keep and maintain client confidentiality.

· Complete daily tasks to ensure the operations of the Youth Opportunities Strategy including but not limited to: answering phones and doors, shoveling snow, maintaining the exterior and interior of the building and closing/opening routines as directed.

· To perform any additional duties as outlined by the Program Manager or the Executive Director.

Qualifications

- Minimum of three years’ experience working with high risk youth ages 12-21.
- Diploma or degree in social services sector is required.
- Must be fluent in French and English
- Knowledge of community services.
- Independent and team work skills and abilities.
- Solid planning, organization and problem solving skills.
- General understanding and working knowledge of Microsoftä Office software is required.
- Diversity and multilingualism is considered an asset.
- Police Record Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Screening is required. NVCI, CPR, First Aid Certificate, immunization record, medical clearance, a valid Ontario Class "G" driver’s licence and access to a vehicle is required prior working directly with clients. Will be expected to work irregular hours as required by client or program needs, which include weekends and evenings.

Pay: $20.30-$27.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Bilingual Youth Outreach Worker (Windsor)
🏢 New Beginnings
📍 Windsor