QUALIFICATIONS

• B.A. in a related field plus one-year related outreach experience, or a Child and Youth Care Diploma plus two years’ experience, OR a combination of education and related experience working with vulnerable youth.
• Criminal record check including the vulnerable sector.
• Valid BC driver’s license with Business insurance use and use of own vehicle; Driver’s abstract must be submitted.
• Additional assets: Training in Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Counselling, Addictions Counselling Training, Mental Health Training, Sexual Abuse Training, Depression/Suicide/Co-occurring Disorder Training.

• Provide culturally safe and diverse outreach supports services to vulnerable youth in the South Fraser SDA.
• Establish relationships with youth to ensure they are supported to make connections with family and others, housing supports, health service referrals, addictions services, mental health supports, transitions planning, life skills support and sports & recreation.
• Work collaboratively with various stakeholders, such as government, families, related organizations, community organizations and service providers.
• Meet with youth to identify their specific needs, goals, care planning, and passions as well as support their emotional wellness, physical health and a strong sense of identity and belonging.