If you are a dynamic individual that has a passion for working with youth and promoting positive youth development, the John Howard Society of Durham Region has an exciting opportunity for you!
Our after-school drop in program for youth 12-19 years old is looking for casual/relief staff to support the youth of Clarington.
This position is ideal for post-grad students or individuals wanting part-time work.
Shifts available Tuesday to Friday 3pm to 8pm and Saturdays 12pm-4pm. We encourage you to apply!
Clarington Youth Centres – Youth Worker
Division: Clarington Youth Centres
Work Status: Relief/casual
Location: Clarington
About the Agency and the Clarington Youth Centres (CYC):
We are a multi-service agency that is closely connected to the communities in which we work. We have great respect for your strengths, perspectives, opinions and lifestyle - just as we do for our youth. We value learning and encourage you to take advantage of training opportunities so you continue to grow in your work with youth. We work as a larger team to support each other to accomplish our individual and program goals.
The 3 CYC locations are within the Municipality of Clarington:
The Loft – Courtice
The Firehouse – Bowmanville
NYC – Newcastle
The CYC offers a wide range of programming tailored to the diverse youth and needs within the Municipality of Clarington. The CYCs operate as a free after-school drop-in program for youth between 12-19 years old with a fun and encouraging environment designed to foster social and recreational development as well as enhance self-confidence and life skill development. You can expect your work hours to be scheduled around the operational hours of the Centre which is currently Tuesday to Saturday.
Our services and support are based on our 5 Pillars of Programming: Social/Leisure, Sports/Recreation, Life skills, Creative/Arts, and Volunteer/Civic Engagement. We offer a variety of activities, keeping the voice of youth and developmental experiences at the centre of our programming.
About the Role:
As a Youth Worker, you will work closely with the CYC team which includes the Co-ordinator, the full time Youth Counsellors and the other casual Youth Worker staff. Primarily, you will work alongside the full-time counsellors to implement the day-to-day programming and engage youth to maintain a supportive, safe and fun atmosphere within the Centre. You will share your ideas for the programming and operation of the youth centres. Your strong listening and communication skills, genuine care for youth and their development, along with your energy, creativity and enthusiasm will serve you well in this role.
Your job includes things like:
Youth Work
Administrative Work
If you have the following…we want to hear from you!
Required:
And…
The ideal candidate will be able to contribute their education and anti-oppressive practices while working with youth in relation to:
Status: Casual/On Call
Duration: Continuous
Hours: Shifts include Tuesday to Friday 3:00pm to 9:00pm and Saturday noon to 6:00pm
Location: Durham Region (Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle)
Reports to: Coordinator, Clarington Youth Centres
Travel: Yes, as required (mileage reimbursement)
Salary: $22.22 per hour to start
Benefits: No
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Working Conditions
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the John Howard Society of Durham and C.U.P.E. (Bargaining Unit Local 2936.13).
Successful applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
At John Howard Society we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.
Please apply through this link: https://jhsdurham.bamboohr.com/careers/372
About Us
The John Howard Society of Durham Region (JHSD): We are a non-profit, social service agency dedicated to serving all individuals, families, youth and adults in programs in areas such as Community Justice, Employment and Training and Housing/ Residential Services.