UPSTREAM PROGRAM FACILITATOR

(UPSTREAM – Western Newfoundland)

Choices for Youth Inc. (CFY) is a professional service, youth-focused, non-profit, charitable organization that creates spaces and conversations, and operates programs and social enterprises to help vulnerable youth secure stable housing, employment, and education while improving health and family stability. With a focus on prevention, intervention, and support, we help youth and young families break cycles of poverty and homelessness and transition to healthy, stable, and independent lives. In collaboration with Upstream Canada and Vine Place Community Center, CFY is recruiting one (1) full-time, temporary, Upstream Program Facilitator to implement the Upstream Canada model in the Western region. This is a contractual position until March 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Upstream Canada supports communities in a prevention-focused approach to addressing youth homelessness through school-based early intervention. As an innovative initiative originating in Australia (Geelong), Upstream Canada works to prevent and eliminate youth homelessness through the coordinated efforts of schools and communities, by identifying young people at risk of homelessness and providing them and their families with a suite of supports. Upstream Canada’s Early Intervention Platform is a place-based community of schools and youth services’ model for Early Intervention with young people at risk of disengaging from school and future youth homelessness. In collaboration with Upstream Canada and Vine Place Community Centre, Choices for Youth (CFY) is recruiting one (1) full-time Upstream Program Facilitator to support the implementation of the Upstream Canada model in Western Newfoundland.

This position will be based out of the Becket Western NL Hub, operated by Vine Place Community Centre in Corner Brook, and will work as part of the broader Becket Integrated Youth Services team. The Upstream Program Facilitator will provide outreach, and early intervention support to youth and families through schools, community settings, and the Becket Hub, helping connect young people to coordinated services and support.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Upstream Program Facilitator will work in collaboration with the Program Coordinator and Team Lead to provide direct support to youth and families who face barriers in school and home. The Upstream Program Facilitator will assist young people and their families with attaining the skills needed for maintaining school engagement and safe, stable housing. Working from the Becket Western NL Hub at Vine Place Community Centre, this role will build connections between schools, youth, families, and community services to ensure young people have timely access to the supports they need.

- This position will be based out of the Becket Western NL Hub at Vine Place Community Centre in Corner Brook, NL.
- The role will provide services throughout Western Newfoundland, including schools, homes, community settings, and the Becket Hub.
- This position requires flexibility, including occasional evening and weekend work, to meet the needs of youth and families.
- Travel throughout the region will be required. As well as some travel for training purposes

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES





- Provide client-centered, trauma-informed, harm reduction, and strengths-based support to vulnerable youth and their families.
- Deliver culturally safe, inclusive services that respect the diverse identities and lived experiences of youth, including Indigenous, racialized, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
- Support the implementation of program initiatives, including screening tools and prevention strategies across participating schools.
- Provide intake, assessments, case planning, and ongoing support for youth and families in school, home, and community settings.
- Build trusting relationships with youth and families using a family-centered approach and provide interventions in homes, schools, and community settings.
- Advocate for youth and families by connecting them with housing, employment, education, health, and other community resources.
- Facilitate meetings with youth, families, school staff, and community partners to support collaborative planning and positive outcomes.
- Empower families through education, skill-building, and relationship-strengthening strategies.
- Develop and facilitate youth outreach initiatives, workshops, and wellness programming.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, schools, healthcare providers, government agencies, and community organizations to coordinate holistic care.
- Foster and maintain partnerships with community stakeholders, including Indigenous organizations, 2SLGBTQIA+ groups, local health authorities, and other service providers.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client documentation, case notes, program data, and reports in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards.
- Participate in case conferences, team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development to support quality service delivery and best practices.
- Maintain professional boundaries, exercise sound judgment, and contribute effectively as both an independent practitioner and collaborative team member.
- Provide services that are culturally responsive to the diverse backgrounds of the youth served, including Indigenous youth, Racialized youth, and range of socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Develop and facilitate outreach programs and workshops focused on overall well-being for youth in schools, community centers, and other local spaces.
- Attend regular supervision and team meetings to ensure quality service delivery.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay informed of best practices, emerging trends, and cultural awareness
- Demonstrate self-awareness through reflective practice, regular supervision, and self-care to support professional well-being and effective service delivery

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

- Degree or diploma in Social Work, Psychology, or another related Human Services field
- Minimum 2-years' experience working with youth and families




- Knowledge of community resources and supports for youth and families
- In-depth knowledge of and experience in such areas as vulnerable youth, housing/homelessness, mental health and substance use, trauma, conflict resolution and crisis intervention
- In-depth knowledge of local community resources and the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with agencies and systems
- Ability to speak a second language is an asset
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse cultures, multicultural populations, newcomers, immigrants, new Canadians and/or marginalized groups
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Use of own vehicle is required
- Satisfactory record of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check, ASIST training, and current First Aid/CPR are required

WORK HOURS

The position will work 35 hours per week and flexibility in work hours will be required including evening and weekend work to accommodate family and youth schedules.

WORKING CONDITIONS

- This position will begin primarily in-office, with some virtual work as needed. The office will be located in Corner Brook, Newfoundland.
- The position may require flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate the needs of the youth served.
- Occasional travel to community partners or events may be required.
- The role may involve working in both office and community settings, including schools, shelters, or homes.

COMPENSATION

The salary for this position is $53,424.77 - $59,196.42 annually. Choices for Youth offers a competitive compensation package, including a health and dental program; employer matched RRSP and four weeks’ vacation to qualifying employees.

Reference ID: UPFW-1126

Deadline to Apply: November 17th, 2026

HOW TO APPLY

Choices for Youth appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please submit your cover letter and resume, explaining how you meet the criteria to the recipients below, using UPFW-1126 in the subject line.

Recruitment Lead: [email protected]

Leslie Strickland, Upstream Program Coordinator: [email protected]

Choices for Youth (CFY) strives towards a culture of inclusion and empowerment, one where there’s a sense of belonging and safety while prioritizing diversity across the organization, including in its Board of Directors composition, employment practices, staff, policies, programming, and services. CFY values lived and living experience and invites everyone interested to apply for available opportunities. CFY actively seeks applications from Indigenous Peoples; members of Black, racialized, and other equity-seeking and/or religious, cultural, and other communities; members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community; people with disabilities; and people from a variety of social and economic backgrounds. Should you require support or accommodation(s) to better enable your ability to participate in the employment or recruitment process, please let us know at any point. This information will be kept confidential.

To view all current job postings, please visit http://www.choicesforyouth.ca/join-cfy.

Pay: $53,424.77-$59,196.42 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

📌 Upstream Program Facilitator (Corner Brook)
🏢 Choices For Youth
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