Support youth safety and well-being at WoodGreen's exclusively onsite shelter program through direct care, supervision, and effective communication. This full time role serves residents.

The Youth

Worker provides quality client care in a live-in program supporting adolescents and young adults.

Responsibilities include facility operations, resident engagement, group programming, referrals, and accurate documentation. The approach is strengths-based and relationship-based, with attention to complex client issues.

Key Responsibilities: Supervise residents and support daily shelter operations Maintain resident safety and well-being Develop, implement, and evaluate group programming Facilitate relevant community service referrals Complete administrative duties within required timeframes Requirements: Diploma or degree in a related field At least one year supporting adolescents or homeless youth Understanding of homeless and street-involved youth issues Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills Completion of required suicide prevention and intervention training Use communication, supervision, group programming, and referral skills while supporting youth residents at WoodGreen's shelter.

📌 Youth Shelter Support Worker (Toronto)
🏢 WoodGreen Community Services
📍 Toronto