Youth Lifeskill Coach: Housing & Growth Support

Youth for Christ Canada; Brandon; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth for Christ Canada is seeking a Lifeskill Coach to engage with youth facing homelessness, providing relationship and support services to help with housing placement and personal growth. You will work with a support team and manage case notes to track progress.

The role involves housing searches, development planning, budgeting assistance, and advocacy across partner agencies, landlords, and government representatives. You will participate in on-call support and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management to HF and/or Uturn participants.
• Establish professional relationships with HF/Uturn teams to coordinate housing supports.
• Provide resources and referrals to meet immediate needs.
• Develop and update personal development plans with participants.
• Arrange housing placement, rental, deposits, utilities, leases, furnishings, and living skills.
• Assist participants with budgeting and expenses.
• Provide outreach, advocacy, and services in varied environments.
• Maintain written records and program documentation.
• Educate participants about benefits and entitlements.
• Conduct housing searches and liaise with landlords and managers.
• Participate in check-ins and crises management.
• Engage in on-call duties outside office hours.

Job description

Youth for Christ Canada is seeking a Lifeskill Coach to engage with youth facing homelessness, providing relationship and support services to help with housing placement and personal growth. You will work with a support team and manage case notes to track progress.

The role involves housing searches, development planning, budgeting assistance, and advocacy across partner agencies, landlords, and government representatives. You will participate in on-call support and safety procedures.