Youth Social Worker & Counseling Specialist

Ymca Gta; Canada; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is seeking a Social Worker for an Employment Based Program to provide single session therapy, counselling and group facilitation for youth and their networks. Responsibilities include clinical assessment, treatment planning, case management and collaboration with community resources.

A 12-month contract with potential for ongoing impact supports youth development and community wellbeing.

Qualifications

• University in Social Work or Psychology with a minimum of 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Membership in good standing of the Ontario College of Social Worker and Social Service Workers or the College of Psychotherapists of Ontario
• Good understanding of trauma based counselling and human trafficking/sexual exploitation issue
• Working knowledge of harm reduction philosophies
• Ability to manage a flexible work schedule, including evenings as required
• A valid Ontario Driver’s License with access to a reliable vehicle, travelling between sites
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
• YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff in Employment and Community unit to build strong working relationships
• Provide skilled assessment and treatment services to youth
• Develop, implement and evaluate treatment plans per member needs
• Engage in ongoing assessment of strategies and their effectiveness
• Coordinate with professionals and community resources for effective service delivery
• Provide case management
• Deliver group services as needed
• Maintain comprehensive case records and timely data entry
• Foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders and honor role boundaries
• Support anti-oppressive and anti-racism principles
• Understand CYFSA relevance and ensure safety reporting when needed
• Participate in quality improvement and program evaluation
• Support YMCA philanthropic commitments and volunteer engagement
• Operate in compliance with safety and safeguarding practices
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Trauma-informed counselling

Harm reduction

Evenings flexibility

Diversity & inclusion

Stakeholder relationship building

Team collaboration

Philanthropy awareness

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Psychology

Registered with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers OR College of Psychotherapists of Ontario

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is seeking a Social Worker for an Employment Based Program to provide single session therapy, counselling and group facilitation for youth and their networks. Responsibilities include clinical assessment, treatment planning, case management and collaboration with community resources.

A 12-month contract with potential for ongoing impact supports youth development and community wellbeing.