ABOUT US
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.
Primary Job Function
The primary responsibility of a Child and Youth Worker (CYW) is to provide direct/ongoing therapeutic supervision and care to youth/individuals, as part of their daily living environment. This position may require that the CYW work in a variety of environments including executing programs at multiple locations of client care.
This may include:
· Identifying program needs of youth/individuals participating in the development and implementation of plan of cares/safety plans. Developing and implementing life skills and clinical based programs based on the Plan of Care, assisting in monitoring achievement of personal outcomes.
· Provide case management to youth/individuals on caseload, providing appropriate care as needed, including medication administration, crisis response, advocating on behalf of individuals supported and liaising with family, medical and other professionals and other service providers to address needs.
· Providing life skills training and emotional support to individuals supported on a one-on-one or group basis and referring to professionals when necessary.
· Maintaining documentation, monitoring finances, ensuring an appropriate standard of living.
· Providing direction to part-time and volunteer staff as required
· Supervisory advice and counsel is available as required.
· This position may require that the CYW work in a variety of environments including executing programs at multiple locations of resident care.
Core Job Requirements
Available to work rotating shifts required including days, afternoons, overnights and weekends
- Flexible in relocating within the Kennedy House Programs.
- Good organizational skills.
- Able to work independently to complete tasks assigned by the Program Supervisor
- Able to problem solve independent of others.
- Able to multi task.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Flexible and be open for learning new concepts.
- Able to manage conflicting and/or competing priorities in an effective and efficient matter.
- Able to participate in formal discussions about work processes, improvements etc.
- Able to work effectively well in a Team based environment.
- Able to coordinate job tasks with colleagues to maximize efficiency.
- Support individuals to achieve their established goals using a strength-based approach.
- Activities such as, but not limited to, relationship building techniques, cooking, walking in the community
- Able and available to work day, afternoon and evening shifts and weekends;
- Participate, attend and complete all requisite training and/or learning programs.
- Transport or arrange transport for recreation, medical appointments and other destinations as necessary.
- Maintain a clean and orderly atmosphere in the residence through completion of housekeeping chores.
- Follow all Safe Work Practices, Policies and Procedures including abiding by the Occupational Health and Safety act and all Human Resources Policies and Procedures.
- Follow all Kennedy House Operational Practices, Policies and Procedures’
- Follow all Kennedy House “Zero Tolerance” Policies and Reporting Procedures.
Qualifications
· Completion of a CYW Diploma, or a Community College Diploma/ University degree with a focus on Social Services and Behavioral Science, 1+ year’s relevant experience is required.
· Completion of Ministry-approved model of training in physical intervention on an annual or as required basis that meets legislative requirements. Mandatory within 30 days of hire.
· Current certification in First Aid and CPR C is mandatory within 30 days of hire.
· Valid Class G Driver’s License is mandatory. Must be maintained and current.
· Acceptable Police Check and Vulnerable Sector SearchClearance must be current and maintained.
· Demonstrated knowledge of developmental needs (intellectual, emotional, physical, and social) of children and youth
· Clinical skills, including experience and ability working with and managing difficult behaviour.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Broad awareness of other cultures, values, identities and perspectives with a demonstrated ability and interest in working with and for diverse populations
· Ability to write legible, clear and concise reports and person-centred plans
· Excellent organization skills
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Maintain all required immunizations and vaccines
· Appropriate attire to be worn at all times and protective equipment available in the program.
Pay: $41,120.00 per year
Work Location: In person
