Company:
The John Howard Society of North Island
Details:
Closing: Wednesday, June 20, 2019 with a possibility of extension until a suitable candidate can be found.
Qualifications & Experience:
A diploma in social work or human services/social services field.
One (1) year experience in providing recreational services to youth which will include:
Experience in providing support and supervision to youth who may be facing challenges related to trauma, substance misuse, involvement in the justice system, mental health, and/or other social emotional barriers.
Experience in providing crisis intervention.
Knowledge and experience with the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
Knowledge and experience working with youth substance misuse.
Knowledge and experience in maintaining confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.
Demonstrated ability to work constructively and co-operatively in a team setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge and experience in involving families, community, and other systems in case planning with youth.
Knowledge and experience with case recording practices.
Knowledge of community resources for youth and families.
Demonstrated ability to plan, lead, and evaluate groups, if required.
Knowledge and experience with group education, skill building, counselling and support, and supervision techniques.
or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Other Skills & Abilities
Worker must:
Demonstrate a level of cultural sensitivity and understanding of the client population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
Have the ability to form a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families in which they are helped to gain skills and confidence to address any issues and problems they face.
Have the ability to accept the differences they will find among their clients.
Accept clients’ rights to self-determination and individuality, and must not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, language, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age, abilities, socio-economic status, political affiliations, or national ancestry.
Have a positive conviction about the capacity of people to grow and change.
Have the ability to work respectfully in partnership with other team members, including referring authorities.
Have the ability to set limits and maintain the helping role of the practitioner, and to intervene appropriately to meet the needs of the persons served or other family members.
Recognize the value of a nurturing family as the ideal environment for a person.
Candidate must have the ability to recognize persons with special needs and make appropriate referrals.
Have basic computer and Internet skills.
Other Job Requirements
The Activity and Supervision Worker may be involved in coordinating and/or participating in activities with youth, which may include physical, outdoor, or other active elements.
Driving is required to attend meetings and to enable contact with youth/families at home or in the community. The worker must have a valid driver's licence and access to safe, reliable transportation, and must obtain appropriate insurance as per Society policy.