JS-U26-55 Education Assistant / Youth Worker

Job title: JS-U26-55 Education Assistant / Youth Worker

ABOUT US

Springboard's mission is to build stronger communities by helping youth and adults develop the skills they need to reach their full potential. As a charitable organization, we deliver innovative, professional and diverse programming by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community. Springboard’s program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The Risk and The Community Learning HUB.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Job Class

Union

Department

Justice Services

Location

Toronto, ON - Downtown

Status

Full-time, Permanent

Pay Rate

58,782.60 per annum

Vacancy Number

JS-U26-55

Number of vacancies

1

Available

Immediately

Hours/Shifts

Monday to Friday 8am-4pm

Schedules are subject to change to meet departmental needs

Terry Fox House is a 24/7, live-in program which provides services to young men involved in the youth justice system, who have been charged with an offense and ordered for either open custody or detention placements. The team provide education and employment support, life-skills programming, and transitional planning which best supports individuals when they leave the program.

Reporting to the Supervisor, the

Education

• Assistant is responsible for maintaining a structured, trauma-informed and safe setting for 24/7 coverage for the youth in our care, as aligned with ministry operational guidelines, as well as the daily educational needs of the youth, in partnership with the Toronto District School Board.

Requirements

• WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

• Working closely with the Senior Counsellor and leadership team to support youth, including:

• Ensuring all youth records are current and complete

• Supporting with the tracking of youth needs such as clothing, hygiene items

• Supporting in ensuring all medical/dental/health appointments are arranged and tracked appropriately

• Support youth with hygiene, life skills, social skills, and individualized planning

• Develop and administer education based, client-centered plans. Participate in on-going program planning and development

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Toronto District School Board (TDSB) staff and partners at the school site

• Attend the school daily with youth to provide behavioral support and to meet their educational goals

• Participate in the supervision, training, and developmental growth of new staff members, students and volunteers

• Support and Counselling – Provide counselling and support to clients within the program and their families. Assist clients in reaching their individual goals, including support/programming and case management

• Health and Safety – Foster a safe and healthy work environment for the residence, the residents and the staff as per policies, procedures and the legislation. Deal with crisis situations that may involve volatile behavior

• Ensuring all youth records are closed and stored according to Licensing standards and program policy

• Prepare and pre-cook dinner following safe food handling protocols

• Administration & Professional Development

• Maintain timely and accurate notes and logs using case management and other software, as well as other administrative tasks, as per our program model and policies

• Support in the reporting of statistics and other notes as needed, to support in the program evaluation or other special projects, as assigned

• Perform Security calls, house checks and document as per policy

• Auditing of program logs

• Actively participate in individual and team meetings, supervisory meetings, planning sessions, case management meetings, and designated trainings

• Work effectively with other members of the team

• Modeling the agency’s philosophy and mission statement, as well as the program’s Values and Beliefs at all times

• Other responsibilities as may be assigned

• Participate in strategic planning and other organizational initiatives and committees as required

• Regular reporting to funders, internal accounting, and fiscal management of the program budget

• Execute other responsibilities as necessary to achieve the objectives and deliverables of the program

• Other responsibilities as may be assigned

• WHO YOU ARE

• Education/Experience

• Diploma/Undergraduate Degree in the Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Social Work. Related education will be considered

• Minimum one year experience working with youth who have experienced trauma in their lives from a trauma-informed framework

• Demonstrated experience in crisis prevention and intervention

• Direct experience engaging with diverse populations and an ability to apply a culturally responsive lens to all interactions, including program implementation and capacity-building with young people

• Valid G driver’s license

• A strong understanding of the systemic barriers that young people face and how this may impact youth and their own experiences

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

• A demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders effectively, respectfully, and efficiently with minimal supervision

• Effective understanding and use of technology, including Microsoft Office applications

In addition, the following are considered assets:

• Understanding of relevant legislation and institutional policies (including the Youth Criminal Justice Act, Education Act, Safe Schools Act)
• Experience working within a licensed residential setting considered an asset
• Knowledge of the social service agencies operating in Toronto and a willingness to broaden knowledge with respect to clients coming from outside of our geographic location
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR certificate, CPI, ASIST
• Case management experience and experience in a live-in program are preferred
• Experience working within a licensed residential setting considered an asset

Benefits

• Why Join Springboard?

• Be part of a mission-driven, inclusive organization that values people and impact.

• Comprehensive benefits package and pension plan.

• Access to training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.

• A dynamic team environment focused on learning, growth, and making a difference.

• Active Employee Engagement Committee that focuses on connecting staff through communication, a rewards and recognition program, career development initiatives and of course, social and team building opportunities.