Youth Outreach Worker

Lutheran Sunset Home of Saskatoon; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced outreach youth worker to join their Stop Exploiting Youth program. This role is vital in providing immediate support and outreach services to at-risk youth, helping them navigate challenging situations and offering educational resources on human trafficking. With a focus on collaboration and community impact, this position promises a rewarding opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable youth. If you are passionate about advocacy and empowerment, this role offers an engaging environment where your skills can shine and your contributions can lead to meaningful change.

Benefits

Generous paid vacation time

Extended health, dental & vision care

Disability and Life Insurance Coverage

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Membership in Municipal Pension Plan

Flexible schedules

In-house learning opportunities

Professional development funding

Qualifications

• Experience working with at-risk/high-risk youth is essential.
• Criminal record check and Class 5 driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach response and support services to at-risk youth.
• Educate about human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Trauma-informed practices

Solution-focused counselling

Addictions counselling training

Mental health awareness

Education

B.A. in a related field

Child and Youth Care Diploma

Job description

Stop Exploiting Youth (SEY) program, Surrey
Regular Full Time | Grid 13 ($30.86 - $32.18/hour) | Reporting to: Manager, Surrey Youth Services North

Pacific Community Resources Society is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and visible minorities. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact our HR department at [e-mail]. Personal information will be kept confidential.

PCRS requires an experienced outreach youth worker for the Stop Exploiting Youth Program (SEY), which operates as part of the Surrey Youth Resource Centres. SEY workers provide immediate outreach response and support services to "At-Risk/High Risk" youth identified by MCFD or other community partners as being in sexually exploitive situations. Workers establish relationships and rapport with youth and offer immediate response services to situations involving youth sexual exploitation, locating missing youth, and assisting in developing wrap-around service plans. Workers will offer education about human trafficking and sexual exploitation to youth and professionals as needed. Applicants should have experience being a part of multidisciplinary care teams and have a strong background in collaborative planning.

Hours are based on a flexible schedule as required but will primarily cover early afternoon until mid-evening as there may be a need for earlier or later hours depending upon circumstances; offering support at key times a day and/or evening and coordinating others to assist when the case manager is not available.

Qualifications

• B.A. in a related field plus 1-year related experience, or a Child and Youth Care Diploma plus two years' experience or a combination of related work experience/education with at-risk/high-risk youth. Criminal record check including the vulnerable sector.
• Class 5 driver’s license and driver’s abstract with Business Insurance use of own vehicle.
• Driver’s abstract must be submitted.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed practices.
• Solution-focused and addictions counselling training, mental health, sexual abuse and depression/suicide/co-occurring disorder training.

About PCRS

Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) is a large not-for-profit agency that serves some of the most vulnerable people in our communities from Vancouver to Hope. We work with youth and vulnerable adults in the areas of education, employment, housing, substance use and mental health, and youth and family support services. We are CARF Accredited and a Certified Living Wage Employer.

Our Vision Everyone thriving in strong, healthy communities!

Our Mission To inspire healthy and inclusive communities through leadership and collaboration.

Our Values Advocacy, Diversity and Inclusion, Empowerment, Service Excellence, Stewardship, Well-being.

• Generous paid vacation time, personal time, sick time; additional paid time off for life events.
• Additional paid holidays, ex. Easter Monday, Boxing Day.
• Extended health, prescription, dental & vision care plan, with 100% Employer-Paid Premiums.
• Disability and Life Insurance Coverage.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program including preventative health & counselling.
• Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan with generous employer contributions.
• Flexible schedules and earned time off program.
• Full-day agency orientation and extensive training, with regular ongoing performance evaluations.
• In-house digital and classroom learning opportunities; staff funding for professional development.
• Opportunities to use your voice & participate in committees on policy, wellness, safety, EDI, etc.

* Eligibility will vary depending on terms and role requirements – details for this posting will be provided on request.

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