Youth Drop-In Assistant Trainee

Department: Youth Department

Location: In-person 655 Bloor St W, and potential other sites as required

Salary: $20.00 per hour

Reports to: Supervisor of Native Youth Resource Centre

About Native Child

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto (NCFST) strives to provide a life of quality, well-being, caring and healing for our children and families in the Toronto Indigenous Community. We do this by creating a service model that is culture-based and respects the values of Native people, the extended family, and the right to self-determination and through the integration of holistic, culturally based prevention services that are child centered, family focused, and community driven.

At Native Child, we are guided by our purpose: Honoring Our Roots, Embracing Our Future. We are inspired to be and do our best, recognizing the profound impact we have on our communities, our people, and our shared heritage. Our commitment to preserving and celebrating Indigenous culture drives us to be a leading force in our region. Here, you are welcomed into an inclusive and supportive environment that values each individual's contributions and fosters collective success.

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Position Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor of Native Youth Resource Center, the Drop-In Trainee will support the Youth Department in delivering drop-in services and programming for Indigenous youth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct service to Indigenous youth (16-29 years old) experiencing problems that prohibit them from reaching their full potential
• Provide support to Indigenous youth on site and in community (when required)
• Co-develop and co-facilitate program delivery of drop-in services – life skill and cultural workshops
• Develop activities and overseeing the smooth running of the drop-in program
• Seek out community resources related to the basic needs of homeless and at-risk Indigenous youth
• Ensuring that a full range of options are available to youth who are ready to take tangible steps towards achieving their potential
• Supporting youth with school curriculum and resources to enhance learning
• Provide group activities (circles) to youth in need of individual support such as crisis intervention, dispute resolution, and other supportive intervention
• Support and respond to crisis situations that are taking place during youth drop-in times
• Provide healthy food options to youth/community during programming
• Provide kitchen support and cooking as needed
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date written reports and daily data collection as per funding agreements – ICE TOOLS and Daily Docs
• Complete and submit reports at the end of each shift to identify outreach findings and trends
• Conducting outreach activities that include attending cultural community events, visiting schools and other social service agencies and social media presence
• Outreach regularly to ensure services are provided to youth in need
• Must be able to work Youth Drop-in Hours 11am-7pm and Saturdays 9am-5pm
• Other related duties and responsibilities as required

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Potential candidates must be registered or eligible to register with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training
• Must be First Nations, Inuit or Metis and reside within the Greater Toronto Area
• High School Diploma
• Experience working with the Indigenous community or personal lived experience would be an asset

Preferred Skills/Capabilities

• Must pass a police record check (Vulnerable Sector)
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• High literacy in Aboriginal Cultures, Urban Aboriginal issues, and understand the unique dynamics that exist within the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures
• Written and Oral Communication skills
• Organizational skills, ability to multitask, initiative and respect for confidentiality provide you with unique characteristics that will bring success in this position
• Facilitation experience would be considered an asset
• Demonstrated understanding, and commitment to, integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Mission and values into practice, service and relationships
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace Health and Safety practices and understanding of an employee's responsibility under current legislation
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, to maintain effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity and build strong internal relationships

Please note that the successful candidate is required to complete a background check.

Our Commitment

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected ground.
• In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Native Child will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources at hrncfst@nativechild.org.
• We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Come join our team - and help create a difference in the community.