The Pod Group
Diversion Worker (Day/Evening)
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 169 days ago
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About the role
- Are you passionate about supporting youth homelessness?
- The Pod Group is partnering with this organization to place a resourceful, compassionate, and hands-on individual to fulfill the role of a Diversion Worker.
- The Day/Evening position will be 40 hours per week, based on a 5 day rotation between day and evening shifts.
Responsibilities
- COMPASSIONATE ● STRATEGIC ● DETAIL-ORIENTED ● RESOURCEFUL ● CLIENT-CENTRED OVERVIEW A growing, community-based organization that provides shelter and outreach support for homeless youth in Peel Region.
- HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT 🎯 Meet with youth entering the shelter to assess and explore safe alternative living arrangements through solution focused support and diversion services.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with community partners and support youth with referrals to appropriate professional services.
- Participate in client care reviews and team meetings to ensure effective delivery of support services and continuity of care.
- Facilitate and/or support social and emotional skills groups for youth.
- Collaborate with other agencies that work in the areas of youth homelessness.
Requirements
- Compiles statistical information and prepares monthly reports as required for program evaluation and development.
- WHAT YOU WILL BRING 🎓 University degree or equivalent in related social services field.
Compensation
- Maintain accurate records, including Housing Technology, and entering client data for monthly, quarterly and annual funding reports.
Benefits
- 3+ years experience within the social service sector supporting youth experiencing homelessness, mental illness and substance use in obtaining housing, employment, educational and community opportunities.
- Experience in mental health, harm reduction and crisis intervention.
- A valid Ontario Driver's License, access to a vehicle and $2,000,000 (minimum) liability car insurance coverage are mandatory Valid CPI/ UMAB and First Aid/ CPR certifications.
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