121-26-4 Youth Outreach Worker

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The youth outreach workers support youth to better navigate and connect with services and pro-social opportunities to nurture their strengths and gifts. The role of the Outreach worker is to preserve and promote programming that enhances a positive and strong cultural identity among clients and staff.

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Requirements:

-     College diploma in Social Service Work or Child and Youth Work or related discipline with 2 years of related experience working with youth

-     Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

-     Ability to work evenings and weekends

-     Good knowledge of the Six Nations Community and Brant

-     Six Nations band member preferred

-     Knowledge of and sensitivity to the life experiences and diverse needs of children & youth,

-     Knowledge of local program and services children for youth and local children & youth populations; identities and cultural backgrounds of at-risk children & youth in underserved areas, providing services within an understanding of anti-oppression, youth-friendly and client-centered approach

-     Skilled in establishing trusting relationships with children & youth, comfort approaching individuals/groups and beginning conversations and building rapport;

-     Willingness to maintain ongoing professional competency

Other Related Skills:

• Understands the importance of confidentiality, and the ability to work with tact and discretion.


• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PPT)


• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.


• Must have a vehicle and a Class “G” driver’s license.


• A current First Aid including CPR Level C is preferred

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

 Method #1:  Online

1. Please visit: My Job Search to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.


2. Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
   
   
   
   1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
   
   
   2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
   
   
   3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
   
   
   
   


3. If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out to Mary Ann Alldis, HR Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext. 5755 or via email at [email protected].

 Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:

1. Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.


2. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.


3. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.


4. Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.


5. Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

 Youth Outreach Worker – Part Time Contract – 121-26-4

                                                c/o Reception Desk

                                                Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

                                                P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court

                                                Ohsweken, Ontario  N0A 1M0

POSITION TITLE:      Youth Outreach Worker – Child & Youth Health (Part-time- Contract)

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to and works with guidance and supervision of the Child and Youth Health Team Supervisor at Six Nations Wellbeing Department.

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The youth outreach workers support youth to better navigate and connect with services and pro-social opportunities to nurture their strengths and gifts. The role of the Outreach worker is to preserve and promote programming that enhances a positive and strong cultural identity among clients and staff.

 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Functions:

1. Engages youth (including youth with diverse needs, identities, backgrounds, 2SLGBTQIA+, young parents) in programming that guides them through their wellness journey.


2. Designs, develops, plans, and implements programs for children & youth in the community.


3. Plans and coordinates outreach activities that identify, captivate the interest of, and foster a sense of belonging for youth in the community.


4. Supports youth to identify their strengths, needs, goals, aspirations, skills, and abilities as well as barriers to accessing services.


5. Provides youth with general information, contacts, referrals and support as needed to build assets and address needs (e.g., housing, employment, education, health care and recreation; social and emotional issues).


6. Engages in outreach activities and community engagement initiatives to promote the youth drop-in space use and programming


7. Works with youth, parents, and family members, schools, police, and youth service providers to advocate for and improve access to programs, services and opportunities for youth.


8. Builds partnerships with a wide range of community agencies, businesses, and grass-roots community groups to offer programs that engage children & youth to develop their knowledge, skills and interests (e.g. arts and culture, volunteering, civic engagement, recreation, life skills).


9. Identify emerging issues, service gaps and opportunities for action to build community capacity through community feedback

Communications Functions:

• Works with other team members to ensure work plan is managed.


• Follows pre-established work plan.


• Accurately documents work plan activities.


• Considers cost effectiveness when planning activities.


• Collaborates with the Team Supervisor.


• Work plan is evaluated against established expectations.


• The Youth Outreach Worker is accountable for maintaining quality service and care.

1. Administrative Functions:

• Prepares written reports as requested
  
  
  
  • Monthly
  
  
  • Quarterly
  
  
  • Annually
  
  
  
  


• Ensures client receives quality service and care and is knowledgeable.

1. Other Functions:

• Performs other related duties as may reasonably be required by the Child and Youth Team Supervisor.


• Provides support to the Six Nations Emergency Measures Plan by ensuring awareness of the Emergency Measures Plan and assistance as instructed by the Director of Health Services

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This role requires commitment to work evenings consistently as a significant numbers of programs will be offered in the evenings


• Work requires physical activity and mental stress; requires working inside/outside; requires travel; requires extensive interaction with the public; subject to interruptions, deadlines, unscheduled hours.


• Work requires the ability to prioritize tasks, work independently with minimal supervision, cope with many demands and time restraints.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

With the Child and Youth Team Supervisors

Receives direction, guidance and discusses plans, priorities or actions to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively, receives instruction and supervision.

With Other Staff

Promotes courtesy, cooperation and teamwork with all staff.

With the Public

Represents and promotes the health service interests of Six Nations; works in a courteous, cooperative, positive and proactive manner.

With External Agencies

Represents and promotes Six Nations interests relative to Health Services, maintains awareness of legislative policy and program changes; seeks to develop, sound professional working relationships.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Minimum Requirements:

-      College diploma in Social Service Work or Child and Youth Work or related discipline with 2 years of related experience working with youth

-      Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

-      Ability to work evenings and weekends

-      Good knowledge of the Six Nations Community and Brant

-      Six Nations band member preferred

-      Knowledge of and sensitivity to the life experiences and diverse needs of children & youth,

-      Knowledge of local program and services children for youth and local children & youth populations; identities and cultural backgrounds of at-risk children & youth in underserved areas, providing services within an understanding of anti-oppression, youth-friendly and client-centered approach

-      Skilled in establishing trusting relationships with children & youth, comfort approaching individuals/groups and beginning conversations and building rapport;

-      Willingness to maintain ongoing professional competency

Other Related Skills:

• Understands the importance of confidentiality, and the ability to work with tact and discretion.


• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PPT)


• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.


• Must have a vehicle and a Class “G” driver’s license.


• A current First Aid including CPR Level C is preferred

IMPACT OF ERROR:

Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relation, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation being given to the Director of

CONTROL:

Guiding principles set by Health Services Department and Six Nations Elected Council. Works within the administrative policies and procedures established by the Six Nations Elected Council for the Health Services Department and other legislation provided by the respective governments.