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Working under the supervision of the Executive Director, the incumbent will develop, implement and facilitate a program for young parents and their children in keeping with the policies and philosophy of Rainbow Youth Centre.
Qualifications:
Certificate or Degree in social sciences field and/or a minimum of four years combined education and related experience and/or life-skills certification.
Experience working with high need, at-risk youth.
Understanding of theory and practice of counseling models.
Strong assessment, organization and time management skills.
Minimum of two years experience facilitating groups and an understanding of group dynamics and development. (required)
Experience/knowledge with program planning, including development, delivery, and evaluation.
An understanding of early childhood development and the development of bonding and attachment relationships.
Knowledge and understanding of the particular needs of young parents up to age 25.
Knowledge of community resources and human services agencies and their programs.
Ability to develop and maintain harmonious relationships with community organizations, referral agencies, and funders.
Experience with supervision (1 year minimum required)
Ability to work as an integral part of a team.
Understanding of crisis management and problem solving.
Good written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to write program reports and with record keeping. (Testing required at time of interview, pass required)
Able to work in a multicultural environment.
Able to work flexible hours. (evening work required once weekly)
Valid driver's license.
Note: Our current groups are online, not in person during Covid-19 restrictions.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Additional Skills
- Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
Specific Skills
- Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories
- Implement life skills workshops
- Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
- Develop, coordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community
- Resolve conflict situations
- Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
- Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures
- Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research
- Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff
Ability to Supervise
- 3-4 people
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Target Groups or Clients
- Adolescents
- Families
- Children
- Culturally diverse groups
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