or – FTAP provides primary supervisory and support services to the youths participating in the Full-Time Attendance Programs. Responsible for organizing and monitoring youths’ individualized day programming. Key Duties and Responsibilities To perform the job successfully the Youth Counsellor – FTAP must be able to perform consistently each essential duty satisfactorily. Other related duties may be assigned. Builds and maintains a positive supportive relationship with youth in the program Participates fully as a member of the case management team for each youth placement Develops and implement intervention plans within program guidelines in consultation with other members of the case management team Provides individual and/or group programming aimed at addressing youth issues/needs such as communication skills, anger management, conflict resolution, and problem solving Provides youth with opportunities to access community resources as required Facilitates the self-development and skill development of youth by identifying, recruiting and developing appropriate resources, and supporting youth participation in developmental activities, i.e. life skills, work placement, academic study, community services Provides direct intervention with the youth when required Assists in personal hygiene and basic care Responsible for ongoing contact and liaison with probation officers who are involved with the youth Facilitates open communication within the case management team Contributes to regular reporting procedures, including ongoing case notes, incident reports, monthly progress summaries, and exit reports Attends meetings as required by John Howard and the Ministry of Children and Families Represents John Howard in the community when required by the agency and the Ministry Participates in managing/balancing on-site petty cash and youth work budgets