Youth Housing Outreach Worker (Social Services)

TL;DR

Youth Housing Outreach Worker (Social Services): Providing assessment, mentoring, and case management for youth aged 16-25 experiencing housing instability or mental health challenges with an accent on trauma-informed and culturally competent support. Focus on securing safe housing, developing independent living skills, and conducting community outreach.

Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada. Must possess a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and a personal vehicle.

Salary: $26.82-32.37 hourly

Company

hirify.global (AFS) is a community-based agency providing integrated supports and services for children, youth, and families with a focus on mental health, addictions, and well-being.

What you will do

• Provide case management and develop action plans for youth (16-25) to secure and maintain safe housing.
• Conduct community, street, and housing outreach, including shifts on the Community Wellness Bus.
• Perform risk assessments, including suicide risk, and deliver crisis interventions.
• Support youth in developing independent living skills, budgeting, and healthy meal planning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams at the AYWH and HART Hubs and community partners.
• Advocate for marginalized youth to challenge stigma and discrimination within the community.

Requirements

• Child and Youth Care Diploma with at least 2 years of experience working with youth and families.
• Must possess a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and a personal vehicle.
• Experience using anti-oppressive and strength-based approaches with marginalized youth (2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous, racialized).
• Must provide a clear Criminal Records Check, including Broader Sector Check.
• Fully immunized, including COVID-19 vaccinations.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and on-call.

Nice to have

• Bilingualism in English and French.
• Certification in Crisis Intervention, First-aid/CPR, ASIST, or Naloxone administration.
• Experience working with neuro-diverse youth (e.g., ASD or FASD).

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment serving specialized community hubs.
• Focus on trauma-informed, inclusive, and culturally competent care.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Position is part of a bargaining unit represented by OPSEU.