We don’t have a mold for you to fit. We have a mission for you to join!
Most jobs want you to button up and blend in. At Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU), we want the opposite. We want the unique perspectives, the diverse talents, and the personal story that makes you who you are. Why? Because the youth we serve are not one size fits all and the people who support them shouldn’t be either!
At YOU, we believe meaningful impact is built collectively, and that every role contributes to something bigger than itself. We value your ability to bring fresh ideas to the table and innovate new ways to steward and strengthen the financial systems that power our mission, working within a team that walks alongside youth every step of the way!
Build a community where youth are embraced, empowered, and thrive. Be bold. Be authentic. Be YOU.
Reporting to the Director of Shelter Services, the Community Youth Hub Team Leader will be responsible for supervising and leading Community Youth Hub employees and associated Community Youth Hub programming. The Community Youth Hub Team Leader will provide leadership including overseeing activities of the Hub, case management, recruitment and selection, professional development, and monthly statistical reporting.
Specific responsibilities include but not limited to the following:
- Oversee the recruitment, selection, training, and professional development of Community Youth Hub staff, students, and volunteers.
- Track and maintain statistical program information as required by the Director of Shelter Services.
- Oversee data systems that track service use and outcomes; providing analysis of results and recommending enhancements as needed.
- Write reports as required.
- Oversee the case management work of front-line staff to ensure all reports submitted are professional and meet desired outcomes in a timely fashion.
- Direct housing and discharge planning process for participants to ensure support and services are in place to achieve success in maintaining housing.
- Track program expenditures, as well as review and code cheque requisition expenses received from the team
- Participate in an on-call rotation
- Work closely with community partners, funders and advisors to create awareness and support of programs and services delivered by the shelter.
- Perform front line duties when required.
Qualifications :
- Completion of post-secondary education at a college or university level in a human relations or social services field or combined equivalent education and a minimum of 5 years related work experience
- Demonstrated experience leading a diverse team of staff and volunteers (more than 10)
- Previous experience working with youth experiencing homelessness and community-based services
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meeting targets and deadlines and abilities to manage a variety of daily operations and special projects
- Flexibility in scheduling to meet shelter needs
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
- Access to reliable transportation
Hours of Work:
- 37.5 hours per week, flexible scheduling depending on agency needs
- Daytime and evening work
- Weekend and overnight work may be required from time to time.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion:
YOU is actively building a diverse board and workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, we promote employment equity and encourage candidates from Indigenous, Black, and other racialized communities, 2SLGBTQI+ people, individuals with disabilities, women, and other people from communities facing systemic inequities. We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications. We encourage you to apply even if you feel the position would be a stretch.
Youth Opportunities Unlimited is committed to developing inclusive and barrier free selection and appointment processes as well as work environments, in support of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation 191 11. Should an applicant require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process or as an employee during subsequent employment, they are invited to communicate and discuss their requirements at Hr@you.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the posting will remain open until the position is filled.
CA$52,494.00 - CA$70,375.50 per year
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