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6 month contract- Senior Manager- Youth Justice Services
Kennedy House —Ajax, ON
Responsible in interpreting legislation, policies and procedures related to the care and custody of young persons in conflict with the law; in deciding plans of…
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Full Time Youth Worker- Youth Detention Centre

Kennedy House -
Toronto, ON

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Job details

Full-time
10 days ago

Qualifications

Facilitation
Microsoft Word
Behaviour management
Computer operation
CPR Certification
Case file maintenance
Work with children and youth (Client populations)
Coaching
Filing
Windows
First Aid Certification
Case management
Security
Working with children and youth
Class G Licence
Team building

Full job description

How to apply

Send resume by email, mail or fax to the coordinates below:

For consideration, qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Manager.

Quote “Youth Worker” in subject line.

Kennedy House
Attention: Human Resources Manager
10 Milner Business Court, Suite #404
Scarborough, ON
M1B 3C6
Email: [email protected]

Position Summary

Full-Time Youth Worker- Youth Detention Centre

Are you a university or college recent graduate or a seasoned security or correctional officer looking for a rewarding career in corrections? Look no further! Kennedy House is looking for dynamic, consultative, and results-driven professionals just like you to join our team in the role of Youth Workers (YW). There are currently a number of full-time male designated positions available at our Youth Centre in Ajax, Ontario.

The KH – Youth Justice Division is a 24/7 secure custody/detention facility for male youth that have either been charged or currently awaiting sentencing of a serious crime committed in the community. A serious crime, is a crime that if committed by an adult a sentence of five years or more will be awarded.

Reporting to the YW Supervisor(s) and indirectly to the Program Coordinator and Superintendent, the incumbent will provide services and supervision both individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a 24/7 youth justice secure detention facility. The YW is responsible for the care and safety of the clients residing in the facility while performing a full range of duties related to the rehabilitation, supervision and reintegration of youth in the community, including participation in appropriate structured rehabilitative programs and services. The ideal candidates(s) must also enjoy working with people in a secure environment.

Qualifications

Prior experience specifically related to working with youth experiencing conflict with the law is considered an asset. This may include placement experience.
Knowledge of various youth justice related legislation (i.e. Youth Criminal Justice Act, Child, Youth and Family Services Act, Human Rights Code).
Knowledge of various sociological issues impacting on youth (e.g. poverty, family violence and abuse, sexual abuse, substance abuse, gang involvement, peer-on- peer violence; racial issues; and societal issues that put youth at risk of offending behavior; and human rights issues);
Knowledge of mental health and behavioral disorders, abnormal and deviant psychology, symptoms and causes of deviant behavior, and cognitive behavioral intervention-philosophy and techniques, as well as, knowledge and understanding of youth/adolescent development.
Cultural competency skills and the ability to be inclusive of diversity
Current certification in CPR Level C and First Aid Level C is mandatory within 30 days of hire
Current certification in UMAB
Valid Class G Driver’s License and clean Driver’s Abstract is required
Current (within 6 months) Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Search must be provided
Advanced communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with youth
Good interviewing, coaching, counselling, facilitation and team building skills
Basic to intermediate computer skills with the ability to operate various business software and operational systems (e.g., Windows, Microsoft Word, etc.)
Maintain all required immunizations and vaccines

Responsibilities

Participates in daily interactions, supervision and provision of services to address youths’ emotional, clinical, educational, physical, family, spiritual, social, legal and cultural needs
Observes relationships among youth and recognize changes in individual and group dynamics
Models and reinforces positive interpersonal relationships
Implements appropriate behavior management techniques to promote stability and effect change where necessary
Maintains required written records of all youth behaviors including all significant interaction with the youth
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, contributes knowledge, observations and assessments to develop and maintain case management and scheduling that provide appropriate programs and unit monitoring to improve outcomes for youth
Prepares documentation and maintains up to date and accurate files for assigned youth in keeping with case management expectations
Maintains security requirements of the Youth Centre such as key control, regular formal/informal counts, and appropriate searching of youth, their living areas, and Youth Centre property for irregularities affecting safety/security and take corrective action while adhering to established policies, procedures and protocols
Maintains constant and ongoing interaction with youth for the purpose of a safe, positive environment, the successful rehabilitation and reintegration of youth, and community safety
Performs other duties as required

Additonal Information

WHY KENNEDY HOUSE?

Kennedy House (KH) is a not-for-profit organization with a long-standing dedication to providing exceptional personalized care for youth in the Greater Toronto Area for over 50 years. KH started with an initial family-like group home in 1971 and currently operates several residential and community-based programs, for marginalized and at- risk youth, including:
One residential home for young people in care;
Three homes for youth and young adults living with developmental disabilities;
A Day Treatment school program for youth struggling in the typical school setting;
Kennedy House Youth Centre, a secure custody facility for male youth experiencing conflict with the law
Bailiff services to safely and securely transport youth experiencing conflict with the law;
Kennedy House After School Program for children aged 4-13 in underserved communities throughout Scarborough; and
Kennedy House Youth Shelter, for youth aged 16-24 experiencing homelessness.

KH works with youth to enable them to grow as individuals and contribute as members of the community. This is achieved by providing customized support and building trusting relationships.

To learn more about our organization and the causes we support, we strongly encourage you to visit our website.

Kennedy House is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. At Kennedy House, we are committed to a supportive work environment where employees have the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. Diversity and inclusion are a central part of our culture, and we aspire to be a workplace that is respectful to everyone. We appreciate the interest of all candidates. Due to the volumes of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates that are selected to move forward in the recruitment process. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources Representative of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.

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