Make a meaningful impact with Covenant House Vancouver as a Youth Support Worker focused on harm reduction. This role supports young people aged 16-24 dealing with complex issues.In this role, you will provide crucial support to youth experiencing homelessness or mental health challenges. Engage respectfully while offering immediate resources and facilitating crucial services, using a trauma-informed care approach. Your work will embrace a non-judgmental workplace where each youth's needs are prioritized and addressed thoroughly.Key Responsibilities:Welcome youth and assess their immediate needsDevelop professional relationships with youth aged 16-24Implement harm reduction and trauma-informed practicesProvide crisis intervention including first aid and Naloxone administrationDocument notes and maintain accurate records in ETORequirements:Diploma or degree in social service or related fieldMinimum one year in a low barrier, harm reduction settingExperience with at-risk youth and mental health challengesFirst Aid & Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training an assetAbility to lift up to 25 lbs as requiredSupport vulnerable youth with respect and compassion at Covenant House Vancouver.

📌 Youth Support Worker At Covenant House (Vancouver)
🏢 Covenant House International
📍 Vancouver