POSITION SUMMARY

To providementorship to multiple young persons living independently. The YCP is expected to provide ongoingculturally sensitive care while adhering to organizational policies andprocedures. A major focus of the workwith young people is to be a positive role-model at all times and to assist theyoung person in a manner that encourages them to reach their agreed upon goals.

POSITIONSCOPE/IMPACT OF ERROR

Duties arevaried following established service plan procedures and policies with somejudgement required to determine the most appropriate of a limited number ofalternatives. Non-routine or unusualsituations are referred to the could result in inadequate services that could have a negativeimpact on The Link to employeescustomers youth and communities. Misconduct could result in major loss of timeor resources could cause embarrassment within the organization and havea negative impact on the organization to customerscommunities and/or its public image.

Position Duties andResponsibilities:

Participates in on-going professional development to increase knowledge in thefield and increase skill level to continue meeting developing employment needs

Participate in meetings as required and promote positive teamwork and exhibit ahigh degree of positive role modelling for young people

Supports the program to reflect The Link treatment philosophy organizationaland Human Resource policies and program protocols; including representing theprogram and the organization in a professional manner

Demonstrate a good understanding of the Child and Family Services system inManitoba particularly in the context of Indigenous communities and the impactsof inter-generational and historical trauma

Knowledge awareness and respect of Indigenous cultures languages traditionsand practices

Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; Ability to adapt to changingcircumstances or conditions with flexibility and compassion

Ability to reflect or seek guidance to ensure support given is representativeof the organizations mission and values

Transport youth to and from appointments(medical & other) to pay bills to and from the grocery store.

Provide direction support and participationin daily chores.

Helping young people develop andimplement household routines

Record keeping and report writing asrequired including monthly reports

Ensuring that all receipts for itemspurchased with company funds are forwarded to the program supervisor

Provide first aid interventions as required

Works as part of a team to ensureconsistency in the youths experiences with The Link

Spend one-on-one time with the youth

Identify and assist with life skillsdevelopment

Active involvement with the youth in familyand community

Encourage and participate in culturalactivities

Assist in developing and implementing plansfor special occasions such as birthdays holidays or discharge.

Helping youth with meal planning groceryshopping and cooking

Adhere to and encourage safe food handlingcooking and clean up

Teach the youth budgeting and shoppingtechniques

Assist with the maintenance and cleanlinessof the office space and the vehicles

Report damage or concerns with the buildingand vehicles to the program supervisor

Assist with all procedures and routinesrelated to health and safety of staff and youth

QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES

Essential:

Completion of high school orequivalent program and a minimum of 2 years experience in theyouth care field

Demonstrated understanding andappreciation for issues and concerns of Indigenous peoples within a childwelfare environment

Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365and the ability to operate in a networked environment; which may includewriting incident reports develop and edit documents and correspond with emails

Ability to handle sensitivesituations and confidential information in a multi-disciplinary teamenvironment.

Must have knowledge experience andunderstanding of Indigenous culture and traditions

Must provide services through anIndigenous lens that is holistic and focuses on the strengths and experiencesof Indigenous children youth families and communities

Knowledge of history and impact ofintergenerational barriers and oppression faced by Indigenous people

Knowledge of systems for childrenin care school family functioning and child welfare preferred

Valid Class 5 drivers license

Willingness to obtain or completetraining as per The Link Policy and/or organizational required training

Satisfactory Criminal Record Checkwith Vulnerable Sector Search a clear Child Abuse Registry check withacceptable Prior Contact checks and a clear Adult Abuse Registry check alldone within the last 3 (three) months

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Working in a variety of environments; officeshomes and out in community

The ability to handlechallenging situations with medium to high risk individuals in some workenvironments.

Satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Check Prior ContactCheck and Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

Valid Manitoba Drivers License and satisfactory driving record.

Valid First Aid and CPR certification.

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