Job opportunity
Overnight Youth Worker at Covenant House
Covenant House Toronto
Join Covenant House as an Overnight Youth Worker focusing on youth transition and support. This full-time, contract position provides 24/7 care to at-risk individuals while maintaining a trauma-informed approach.
As a key part of the Rights of Passage program at Covenant House, you will guide young participants towards independent living. Your role includes facilitating life skill sessions, providing individual and crisis counseling, and building supportive relationships. This is an overnight position requiring dedication and compassion.
Key Responsibilities:
• Build supportive relationships with youth participants
• Facilitate life skills sessions and individual support
• Conduct ongoing assessments of participants' needs
• Provide crisis intervention during emergencies
• Delegate responsibilities among shift staff and ensure safety
Requirements:
• College degree in child and youth work or equivalent
• At least two years’ experience in a transitional housing program
• Trauma-informed approach experience
• Strong communication and assessment skills
• Familiarity with community resources
Make a positive impact with your experience in youth support and crisis management at Covenant House.
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Apply on source site As a key part of the Rights of Passage program at Covenant House, you will guide young participants towards independent living. Your role includes facilitating life skill sessions, providing individual and crisis counseling, and building supportive relationships. This is an overnight position requiring dedication and compassion.
Key Responsibilities:
• Build supportive relationships with youth participants
• Facilitate life skills sessions and individual support
• Conduct ongoing assessments of participants' needs
• Provide crisis intervention during emergencies
• Delegate responsibilities among shift staff and ensure safety
Requirements:
• College degree in child and youth work or equivalent
• At least two years’ experience in a transitional housing program
• Trauma-informed approach experience
• Strong communication and assessment skills
• Familiarity with community resources
Make a positive impact with your experience in youth support and crisis management at Covenant House.
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