Youth Services Worker at Kunuwanimano Child & Family Services

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Youth Engagement, Crisis Intervention, Harm Reduction, Life Skills Training, Cultural Competence, Advocacy, System Navigation, Community Collaboration, Educational Support, Documentation, Safety Planning, Relationship Building, Public Education, Transition Support, Barrier Removal, Indigenous Knowledge

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Location: Timmins, ON Job type: Full Time – 35 hours per week Closing Date: October 29, 2025 WHAT YOU WILL DO IN THE ROLE * Engage youth in decision-making and promote voluntary participation in services. * Assess youth strengths, needs, risks, and protection issues, and develop youth-centered service plans. * Provide culturally appropriate services and connect youth to their cultures, heritages, and communities. * Coordinate educational supports, develop and monitor education plans, and promote academic success. * Facilitate life skills training (e.g., financial management, household management). * Support youth in developing and maintaining relationships with caring adults and community members. * Provide crisis intervention, harm reduction, and safety planning as needed. * Organize and participate in public education seminars, workshops, and training for youth, families, and service providers. * Maintain accurate documentation, service statistics, and reporting in accordance with agency policies and procedures. * Support youth leaving care to identity, access and navigate adult service systems relevant to their needs, and transition to adulthood. Some of the adult services and support may include: * Developmental Services Ontario; (e.g. follow-up on referrals). * Ontario Disability Support Program (e.g. following up on eligibility, appealing ODSP applications that are denied). * Provide information and referrals for individual youth that address individual needs and support/reinforce strengths. * Delivering Individual and Group Programming: Plan and deliver individual and group programming to help youth achieve their personal and educational goals. * Removing Systemic Barriers: Identify and address systemic barriers that prevent youth from succeeding, advocating for equitable opportunities and resources. * Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community agencies, school boards, and service providers. * Provide liaison and system navigation support for youth to access services in a culturally responsive and timely manner. * Participate in committees, working groups, and community events to promote positive outcomes for youth. * Advocate for youth rights and ensure their needs are met in accordance with legislation and agency policies. * Other duties as directed relating to the success of youth transition to independence. JUST A FEW REASONS TO JOIN KUNUWANIMANO CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES * Opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team with career growth across multiple departments. * KCFS prides itself in providing its employees with job security, competitive wages, and a safe working environment. * Training opportunities to support your success in the role. * A defined contribution benefit pension plan (OMERS) * Comprehensive Health Plan including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance. * Competitive vacation leaves. WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE * Degree or diploma in social work, youth services, or a related field. * Previous experience within First Nations communities. * Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with at-risk youth, preferably within First Nations communities and/or child welfare. * Experience in harm reduction, safety planning, crisis intervention, and supporting youth transitions. * Experience working with Indigenous youth and knowledge of issues impacting at-risk youth in urban and rural environments * Must be willing to work flexible hours. * Must be willing to travel and cover the entire District and have access to a reliable vehicle with a $2 million rider liability. * Must produce clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. * Must possess a valid “G” Ontario driver’s licence. Please refer to our website: www.kunuwanimano.com [http://www.kunuwanimano.com] for employment opportunities. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our agency a better place to work. Please note that preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. Please self-identify. Meegwetch to all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The Youth Services Worker will engage youth in decision-making, assess their needs, and develop youth-centered service plans. They will provide crisis intervention, facilitate life skills training, and support youth in transitioning to adulthood.