Team Lead – Youth Housing & Case Management

Phoenix Youth; Halifax; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

RRSP contributions

Vacation time 3 weeks (first year) / 4

Job summary

Phoenix Youth in Halifax, NS, seeks a Team Lead for the Phoenix Supportive Housing Program (PSHP). The role oversees case management for 10 youth, supports three Key Workers, and provides counselling and crisis support within Phoenix House.

The position reports to the Phoenix House Manager and benefits from a comprehensive program and on-site supervision. The ideal candidate has a relevant social work degree, 2+ years with youth, and a commitment to anti-oppressive practice, with health benefits

Qualifications

• Relevant Bachelor or Master’s degree is required; Bachelor or Master of Social Work is preferred.
• Registration or candidacy for registration with NSASW (if applicable).
• A minimum of two years’ experience working directly with youth (including some experience in a youth residence).
• Demonstrated excellent counselling/clinical skills and commitment to anti-oppressive practice.
• Experience in case management.
• Experience supporting others in case management.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and contribute to and foster a strong team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with limited direct supervision.
• Non-violent crisis intervention, suicide intervention, standard first aid or a commitment to secure those requirements within six months of being hired.

Responsibilities

• Ensure program delivery aligns with Phoenix’s vision and values.
• Provide leadership to the staff team.
• Support the day-to-day operations of Phoenix House.
• Oversee case management for 10 youth with three Key Workers.
• Offer direct services including interviewing, orientation, crisis intervention.
• Maintain confidential records and assessments.
• Advocate with community agencies and participate in community committees.
• Commit to ongoing professional development and anti-oppressive practice.

Skills

Team leadership

Case management

Counselling

Crisis intervention

Anti-oppressive practice

Education

Bachelor’s or Master of Social Work

Registration or candidacy with NSASW

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Phoenix Youth in Halifax, NS, seeks a Team Lead for the Phoenix Supportive Housing Program (PSHP). The role oversees case management for 10 youth, supports three Key Workers, and provides counselling and crisis support within Phoenix House.

The position reports to the Phoenix House Manager and benefits from a comprehensive program and on-site supervision. The ideal candidate has a relevant social work degree, 2+ years with youth, and a commitment to anti-oppressive practice, with health benefits