Youth Addiction Support Worker-Notre Dame

Good Shepherd Centres; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Centres is seeking a Youth Addiction Support Worker committed to making a positive impact on the lives of youth in our services. This position requires collaboration with community addiction workers, facilitating crisis interventions, and a dedication to the values of dignity, flexibility, and adaptability. Join us in providing critical support to a vulnerable population while benefiting from a caring work environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Support for continuing education and professional development

Staff recognition programs

Access to self-care supports

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Positive and encouraging atmosphere

Extended Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in social work or related field required.
• Experience working with transitional-aged youth and youth homelessness.
• Knowledge of residential treatment under Ministry Guidelines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work in collaboration with community-based addiction workers for crisis intervention.
• Identify and support youth impaired by drug/alcohol use.
• Facilitate both short and long-term service needs for youth.

Skills

Problem-solving

Judgment

Flexibility

Adaptability

Knowledge of youth homelessness

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in social work/social services/child and youth services

Job description

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at www.goodshepherdcentres.ca

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - Notre Dame Shelter, Youth Services and is part of our Youth Substance Use Program.

How You Will Make an Impact

In this role, you will work to make a difference in the lives of Clients in our Youth Services Program. The successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to the mission values of availability, flexibility, adaptability, hospitality and dignity. Youth Addiction Support Workers will function as a member of the Notre Dame House Youth Support Worker team and will have primary responsibility for working in collaboration with community-based addiction workers in identifying youth who are impaired by drug/alcohol use, facilitating crisis intervention as required and facilitating both the short term and longer-term service needs of the youth served.

Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• A post-secondary degree/diploma in social work/social services/child and youth services etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge/experience of working with transitional-aged youth, youth homelessness and substance use
• Knowledge of and experience working in residential treatment for Children under the Ministry Guidelines are a plus
• Fluency in French and/or another language(s) is also an asset
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
• Good judgement, problem-solving and assessment skills
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
• FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE
• Extended Health Benefits

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877.

Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.