Part Time Youth Justice Worker

The Youth Worker is responsible for the coordination and facilitation of Community Alternatives for Youth Programs focusing on Community Reintegration and Outreach in St Thomas and Elgin County and supporting Extra-judicial Sanctions and Direct Counselling and Youth Justice Conferences in St. Thomas.

Program (25 hours per week)

• Facilitate, promote, and provide intensive case management support for youth referred to the Community Reintegration and Outreach Programs.
• Support Extrajudicial Sanctions and Direct Counselling Programs.
• facilitate group and or one-to-one Community Alternatives for Youth and Community Learning Hub Programs as referred.
• Process Referrals, Intakes and Completions.
• Support Youth in the Community Reintegration Program (including transportation of young persons as required).
• Coordinate Youth Justice Conferences which include maintaining and recruiting community volunteers to facilitate the Restorative Justice Circles for youth offenders and victims of crime.
• Work as an advocate for Youth with Community agencies including Police Services, Mental Health, Probation, Education, Justice Sector, Housing, etc.
• Act as a mentor and positive role model for Youth.
• Attend Youth Court as required.
• Act as an advocate for Youth and their families

Volunteers/Student Placements

• Mentor and support student placements.
• Provide direction, train, support and supervise student placements and ensure that they work together to achieve the purposes of the organization.
• Responsible for preparing student placement roster and files.
• Ensure that all student placements maintain any mandatory training or certification; identify any training needs and report to supervisor.

Agencies and Community Resources

• Community development to increase awareness of Community Alternatives for Youth in St. Thomas and Elgin County.
• Weekly contact with Probation and attend Youth Court.
• Work as an advocate for Youth with Community agencies including Police Services, Crown, Mental Health, Probation, Education, Justice Sector, Housing, etc.

Administration

• Complete monthly submission of Salvation Army - SAMIS statistics.
• Complete Statistical Reports for the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
• Prepare for and participate in Salvation Army Accreditation and Divisional Reviews.
• Prepare/submit case notes, court reports, monthly and quarterly statistical forms to the Ministry of Children Community and Social Services and The Salvation Army.
• Process Referrals, Intakes and Completions.

Health and Safety:

• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures.
• Act as the certified JH&S representative for the Stratford Office.

Perform other position related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a permanent part-time position based on 25 hours per week.
• Flexibility in scheduling is required.
• Schedule may vary according to requirements of responsibilities.
• Travel is associated with this position; providing transportation for youth will be required on occasion.
• Providing service to St. Thomas and Elgin Counties.

Normal hours of work: Monday to Friday and includes a ½-hour unpaid meal break where applicable. Shift day and times are subject to client availability. Some evenings and weekends will be required.

Normal location of work is: 410 Sunset Drive, St. Thomas

• Completed two (2) or more years of Community College, i.e. Youth Worker Diploma, Social Services Diploma or equivalent diploma is required.
• An Undergraduate Degree in Social Services preferred.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification.
• Valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License, personal vehicle required with $2 million in liability insurance, current copy of driver's abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum of two (2) year of prior related experience, preference in community programs working with adult and youth at risk.
• Working knowledge of the area and community resources of Perth and Huron Counties.
• Knowledge and experience in restorative justice practices.

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated/disciplined.
• Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.
• Ability to administer and supervise program, work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with other community and government criminal/justice services.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, good judgment, and ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
• Good public relations skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills and respect authority.
• Participate in mandatory orientation training, on-going professional development and training.
• Participate in regular supervision and performance appraisal processes.
• Proficient in working in a computerized environment; must demonstrate strong skills using Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Power Point.
• Ability to adhere to The Salvation Army Standards of Conduct and Code of Ethics.
• Represent the organization in a positive, professional and engaging manner.
• Must comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures and associated legislation.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening.
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.