Case Manager - Youth Quest Program

YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka; Barrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking a dedicated Case Manager for the Youth Quest Program. In this role, you'll provide vital case management services, promote workshops, and build strong relationships with community stakeholders. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of youth facing barriers, guiding them towards employment and personal growth. Join a collaborative team that values diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will help foster healthy communities. This is a chance to grow professionally while making a real difference in your community.

Benefits

Health benefits after 90 days

Paid Sick time

YMCA Health and Fitness membership

Pension Plan after 2 years

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ experience in case management and career counselling.
• Experience working with youth facing barriers.

Responsibilities

• Manage casework for the Youth Quest Program and support participants.
• Coordinate workshops and recruit program participants.

Skills

Career counselling

Youth support

Community engagement

Leadership management

Education

Post-Secondary Education in Social Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The opportunity:
As a Case Manager for the Youth Quest Program will provide case management for the Youth Quest Program including program promotion, delivery of workshops, build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders and program administration.

In this role, you will:
• Demonstrate strong support and commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA in Canada.
• Demonstrate strong support and commitment to serving the membership, facility users and all program participants of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka
• Prepare and coordinate all promotional material and activities
• Recruit, interview and select appropriate program participants
• Coordinate 6 week pre-employment curriculum, including design and delivery
• One to One Case management of program participants
• Provide both inreach and outreach support to program participants
• Support participants making the transition to work actively assisting participants to secure employment within the community
• Recruit and support local employers who employ program participants
• Link participants to resources that may assist them in finding a employment or in settling personal issues that are affecting their ability to work
• Ensure all administrative duties, reporting, and file management, are completed in an accurate and timely manner
• Ensure all financial commitments and partnerships are completed
• Adherence to all provincial and federal legislation relevant to job description.

You bring:
• Post-Secondary Education in Social Services or combination of education and work experience
• 2-5 years’ experience
• Career counselling experience both one-on-one and in a group setting
• Experience working with youth facing barriers
• Leadership management an asset
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Willingness to participate in training before or shortly after commencement of work. Training includes; Child Protection orientation, AODA training, Health & Safety Awareness training, Bill 168 (Violence & Harassment in the Workplace) training, PCI Compliance
• Must be able to work flexible hours based on client needs

Why work for the Y:
At the YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and staff. As a Case Manager for the Youth Quest Program, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our members and the community as a whole. You will work alongside a supportive team of individuals who are committed to our mission of building healthy communities.

Perks:
• Compensation $24.89/Hour
• Health benefits after 90 days, Paid Sick time, YMCA Health and Fitness membership, Pension Plan after 2 years, development opportunities
• A collaborative & diverse team
• Exciting projects and room to voice your ideas for efficiencies
• The Y is more than a place; it’s an opportunity to grow, connect, heal, create, learn and belong

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally and personally. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career, working with a diverse team where your own ideas will be heard, then the YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka is the perfect place for you.

About us:
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registered charity committed to fostering healthy communities by empowering children, youth, and families, promoting well-being, and encouraging social responsibility.

Our YMCA employs over a thousand staff and hundreds of volunteers who serve tens of thousands of individuals each year in various programs such as childcare, camps, health and fitness, leadership development, employment and literacy, immigrant services, and youth programming. We offer over $1 million in financial assistance annually to ensure accessibility for those who cannot afford to participate.

Beyond facilities and programs, covering Simcoe County, Muskoka and Parry Sound Districts, our YMCA is a supportive community that fosters mental, emotional, and physical well-being. We empower children and youth to become strong, confident, and resilient individuals. We assist individuals and families at all stages of life to connect with what matters most to them, fostering a sense of belonging. By supporting people from diverse backgrounds, ages, and abilities to achieve their health goals, fulfill their potential, and feel a genuine sense of belonging, we contribute to the creation of stronger communities.
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka successfully raises over $1 million each year through strategic campaigns.

Applications will remain open June 30, 2025

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the People and Culture department at [e-mail].

In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding,job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check and employment reference checks. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position. Police Records Checks must be renewed every three years.