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    • The Adolescent Worker provides supervision, guidance, and support to youth in a secure custody environment, promoting safety, well-being, rehabilitation, and…
    • Minimum 2 years post-secondary training in field related to child and youth care or community support work.
    • Youth worker: 2 years (required).
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    • Collaborate with Program Supervisors to support individualized therapeutic plans.
    • A deep passion for supporting youth with complex behavioural and emotional…
    • Demonstrated social services/community supports experience.
    • Assist day-shift Coordinators with client needs and service supports.
    • 1 to 3 years of experience.
    • Build meaningful relationships with members through immediate, holistic and sustainable wellness support.
    • Provide therapeutic support during crisis and critical…
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    • Knowledge of Métis-specific programs and services available to support clients with other presenting needs such as employment help, housing, mental health…
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    • These programs support children or youth who have experienced a trauma, are addressing adverse childhood experiences and/or overcoming other adversities.
    • Providing individualized support to families receiving more intensive services.
    • Providing one-on-one information, support and referrals to families.
    • Delivery of outreach supports to homeless youth (18-34 years), and or youth at risk of becoming homeless or street involved.
    • 15 paid health & wellness days.
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    • Knowledge of Métis-specific programs and services available to support clients with other presenting needs such as employment help, housing, mental health…
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    • Provide support, capacity building and direction to the Intake worker.
    • Keep an ongoing and current record which details all workers and the clients they support…
    • Describe, step by step, how you would respond to support the youth while maintaining safety and preserving the youth's dignity.
    • These programs support children or youth who have experienced a trauma, are addressing adverse childhood experiences and/or overcoming other adversities.
    • Engage clients in activities and positive support strategies, focused on active engagement and visual supports.
    • Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.
    • The Child Support Worker is responsible to the Program Supervisor or her designate.
    • Child Support Workers are required to keep confidentiality a priority at all…
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Adolescent Worker - job post

Northern Youth Services Inc.
2.5 out of 5 stars
6 Bob Wood Dr, North Bay, ON
$28.48–$34.12 an hour - Permanent, Full-time, Casual

Job details

Pay

  • $28.48–$34.12 an hour

Job type

  • Casual
  • Permanent
  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • Rotating shift

Location

6 Bob Wood Dr, North Bay, ON

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Paid time off
  • Dental care
  • Life insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Disability insurance
  • RRSP match
  • Casual dress

Full job description

Nipissing District Youth Centre (division of Northern Youth Services Inc.) is responsible for the delivery of Youth Justice Detention/Custody Programs in a secure setting. Northern Youth Services Inc. envisions a future where all youth have the skills and opportunities they need to respond positively in any situation.

For the youth we serve – those currently, or at risk of being in conflict with the law.

Our vision is to have youth succeed and contribute positively to society.

Our mission is to deliver highest level services by providing youth with the tools to succeed.

Position Summary

The Adolescent Worker provides supervision, guidance, and support to youth in a secure custody environment, promoting safety, well-being, rehabilitation, and positive development. Using a trauma-informed, relationship-based, and strengths-focused approach, the role fosters a supportive, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment while helping youth develop positive behaviours, personal responsibility, resilience, and skills for successful reintegration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Certificate, diploma, or degree in Human Services or related field from an accredited College or University
  • Has relevant skills and experiences directly relevant to the job specification
  • Knowledge of Youth Justice programs and services
  • Knowledge of all relevant legislation, including the Child and Youth Family Services Act and Youth Criminal Justice Act.
  • Valid Ontario Driver’s License (Class G) with a safe driving record (Driver's Abstract)
  • Must provide a clear Broad Record Check (Criminal Reference Check)
  • Strong oral/written communication skills
  • Computer competency (Microsoft Office)
  • Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shift work
  • French language is an asset

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include, but not limited to the following:

  • Reports directly and is accountable to the Supervisor/Manager/designate
  • Adhere to Northern Youth Services’ Policies and Procedures, job specification, and code of ethics
  • Adhere to Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) licensing and quality standards with respect to the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA), the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA), the Provincial Offences Act (POA), Occupational Health & Safety, Accessibility for Ontarians Disabilities Act (AODA) and any other applicable Acts.
  • Complete admissions/intakes of young persons
  • Deliver individualized and/or group programming to young persons in conflict with the law
  • Maintain consistency in program routines and expectations
  • Communicate through daily reports/logs; maintaining administrative and documentation requirements
  • Observe and report findings to the Courts, Probation Officers or other involved agencies as required
  • Attend and participate in Case Management Reintegration planning/meetings
  • Utilize a nonviolent crisis intervention approach, using calming and defusing techniques and /or “light to heavy” progressive discipline when dealing with conflict of any type.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process for applicants with disabilities, upon request. We also uphold equitable hiring practices and are committed to employment decisions that are fair, inclusive, and free from discrimination, consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our hiring process is human-driven and does not involve AI tools for screening, assessment, or selection.

Please visit www.northernyouthservices.ca for more information on the services provided.

Pay: $28.48-$34.12 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match

Work Location: In person

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