1543: YOUTH OUTREACH WORKER

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

OMERS pension

Generous vacation

Christmas time off

EFAP for staff and families

Dental/health/vision benefits

Community impact

Job summary

Dilico Anishinibek Family Care in Thunder Bay is seeking a Youth Outreach Worker to engage at-risk youth and families, with off-site activities in high priority communities. The role emphasizes referrals and supportive services to link youth to education, employment, housing and other opportunities.

The position requires regular evening hours and flexible scheduling, with a focus on education, advocacy and collaboration in line with agency policies and relevant acts.

Qualifications

• A minimum three year Child and Youth Worker Diploma is preferred.
• A diploma or degree in a related field in combination with related experience may be considered.
• Direct experience with at-risk populations for a minimum of 2 years and;
• Experience in harm reduction, safety planning and crisis intervention and;
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively and negotiate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team of service providers and;
• Experience in working with diverse cultures and communities and;
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the life experiences and needs of the youth community combined with previous youth outreach and/or community development experience.
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualification to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Promote engagement of at-risk youth and their families in community and increase youth access to opportunities.
• Coordinate referrals and provide support to help youth use referrals.
• Assist youth through traditional and non-traditional support or emergency services to education, employment and housing.

Skills

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Harm reduction

Education

Child and Youth Worker Diploma (3-year) or related degree

Job description

• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Generous paid vacation time
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Positions Available: 1 - Permanent Part Time Position

Position Location: Thunder Bay (this position is not remote)

Competition #: 1543

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Youth Outreach Service Manager and/or Youth Outreach Team Leader, the Youth Outreach Worker is responsible for promoting engagement of at-risk youth and their families in community and increasing youth access to opportunities. Youth Outreach activities occur off-site in high priority communities and/or neighbourhood locations or settings. Responsibilities focus on referral services for at-risk youth and include the support and encouragement necessary to help youth make use of those referrals. The Youth Outreach Worker facilitates youth movement through traditional and/or non-traditional support or emergency services to case management, housing, education and/or employment. This position requires regular evening hours and flexible scheduling.

Youth Outreach Services include linkages to other community programs and agencies to facilitate contacts and services for these youth. Youth are supported to find opportunities, solutions and resources to address their own social, behavioural, emotional and educational and employment needs within their own community. Education, advocacy and collaboration are key service practices for Youth Outreach Workers. Activities will be conducted in accordance with the Child and Family Services Act, the Mental Health Act and agency policies and procedures.

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Occupation Type: Accounting/Bookkeeping/Finance Clerk

Total Positions: 1

Wage: $30.90 To $39.14

Hours/Week: 35

Days of Work: n/a

Closing Date / Apply By: 1/19/2027

Start Date: n/a

Qualifications:

• A minimum three year Child and Youth Worker Diploma is preferred. A diploma or degree in a related field in combination with related experience may be considered.
• Direct experience with at-risk populations for a minimum of 2 years and;
• Experience in harm reduction, safety planning and crisis intervention and;
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively and negotiate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team of service providers and;
• Experience in working with diverse cultures and communities and;
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the life experiences and needs of the youth community combined with previous youth outreach and/or community development experience.
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualification to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Search; including Vulnerable Sector Search;
• Must possess a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate or be willing to obtain one;
• Must participate in and qualify for certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training provided by the Agency;
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Unit Manager or designate in relation to service delivery requirements;
• Must posses a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and have access to a personal vehicle.

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Dilico gives preference to Anishinabek people.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6