Part-Time Employment Opportunity

Youth Worker, NOVA

Job ID 24-046EJHS

Company Overview:

For over 75 years EJHS has provided holistic services and wraparound supports that address the root causes of crime and social disorder. By focusing on reintegration, acceptance and successful outcomes, we are building a safer, more harmonious community. We do this through release planning, housing support, employment transition, education, substance recovery, cultural support and more.

Edmonton John Howard Society strives to provide a meaningful work environment through the following: 

• Strong focus on employee wellness and work-life balance
• Service recognition and employee awards
• Professional development opportunities
• Staff team building and appreciation days
• Part Time Health Spending Account (based on minimum number of hours)

We are a values-driven organization that supports clients from a strength-based approach.  If your values are aligned with our core values listed at: https://johnhoward.org/about-us/core-values, please consider joining our team.

Position Summary:

NOVA is a voluntary 20 bed harm reduction focused supported living environment for youth ages 16-24 who are experiencing homelessness. Part Time Youth Workers provide ongoing day to day support to the youth residing at NOVA. Through the use of positive role modeling and effective communication skills, the Part Time Youth Workers assist NOVA youth in increasing their skills towards independence.

Responsibilities:

Administration:

• Completion of accurate written daily documentation (log book entries, contact notes, incident reports, medication book entries).
• Completion of referral and REST intake documentation.

Client Support:

• Deliver services in a client centered, strength-based approach consistent with NOVA philosophy.
• Adapt services to meet the needs of diverse populations as per unit policy.
• Build collaborative relationships with youth.
• Role model life skills, social skills, communication skills and conflict resolution.
• Support youth to achieve goals as defined on their individual goal plans.
• Encourage youth to engage in healthy lifestyle alternatives.
• Transparently address current challenges with the youth.
• Role model and assist the youth with self advocacy.

Health and Safety:

• Delivery services in accordance with unit and agency policies and procedures.
• Ensure youth are aware of and understand House rules and respond accordingly.
• Maintain a safe, secure environment.
• Communicate pertinent information to supervisor and other staff as necessary.
• Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of unit and property.

Community Engagement:

• Liaise with guardians, program partners, and other professionals.
• Maintain positive relationships with community members (neighbors, visitors etc.) and report significant challenges/incidents to supervisor immediately.

Agency Collaboration:

• Contribute to a positive culture by assisting and supporting colleagues as needed and encourage and teach others about the unit’s operations.
• Practice agency mission, vision, values and guiding principles.
• Maintain positive, professional working relationships with colleagues.
• Participate in unit staff meetings.
• Additional responsibilities as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications / Skills:

• Working towards a diploma in a related human services field
• 6 months experience working with youth
• Knowledge of harm reduction, addictions and strength based philosophy
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Able to work within a team and effectively deal with crisis situations
• Able to work shift work including weekends, holidays and awake overnights
• General computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)

Conditions of Employment:

• This position requires flexible availability especially during evenings, weekends, and holidays. NOVA’s shift times are: 7:00am-3:00pm, 3:00pm-11:00pm, 6:00pm-11:00pm, and 11:00pm-7:00am.
• This position requires frequent standing, lifting, and walking. 
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification
• Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check; A criminal record will not disqualify you from employment with us; we evaluate each application individually

Salary:

The starting wage is $20.40 per hour. Shift differential will be paid for hours worked between midnight (12:00am) and 6:00am

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted

Safety and harmony in our community.

Edmonton John Howard Society is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from people of Indigenous heritage, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.