Youth worker

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)
• Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)

Work setting

• Urban area

Tasks

• Prepare reports or case histories
• Administrative and office activities
• Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
• Perform administrative tasks
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate

Target audience

• Aboriginal groups
• Adolescents
• Females
• Males

Computer and technology knowledge

• Electronic mail
• MS Office
• WordPress

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child welfare check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Experience

• Experience an asset

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers