Reporting to the Manager of Community and Youth Development, this position will include the delivery of targeted prevention groups and services for children, youth and families. This position will include opportunities to provide programming across the Halton region as part of the prevention services team. This position will include a focus of the development and facilitation of groups for male identified youth; and creating a supportive environment for young males to explore their mental well-being.

Even though this position will involve working with children/youth of all genders, there will be an added focus on the development and facilitation of groups for male identified youth; and creating a supportive environment for young males to explore their mental well-being.

Please note that this a casual, contract position, with a planned end date of March 31st, 2024.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare weekly prevention sessions using guidelines/agendas outlined by targeted prevention group manuals.
• Plan group activities, including crafts, role playing, games, and discussions pertaining to the topic of the week.
• Facilitate group activities (i.e., discussions, closing activities).
• Complete weekly group documentation, including attendance records and records of individual participant progress in CaseWORKS, as required.
• Provide an inclusive and enjoyable environment for all group participants.
• Escalate any group concerns to the manager
• Attend monthly supervision with the manager.
• Operationalize client safety through adhering to established policies and guidelines that ensure consistency in the delivery of quality and safe care, and by identifying and reporting any client safety incidents.
• Abide by the specific requirements of Section 28 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as any further health and safety responsibilities outlined in the agency’s policy and procedure documents.
• Other duties as may reasonably be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in group facilitation with children and/or youth.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient organizational and reporting skills.
• Creative in program development and activity planning.
• Ability to implement and engage children/youth in group games and activities.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Able to work independently and contribute to a team.

Additional Requirements:

• A current (within three months) criminal reference check with vulnerable sector search.
• A valid CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• Proficient in the use of technology as required of the position, including working in a virtual environment with MAC OS operating systems experience preferred.
• A valid UMAB training certification is required.
  

Why work at ROCK?

• We are the lead agency for Halton Region, providing mental health services to children, youth, and their families.
• We are an accredited organization by Accreditation Canada with exemplary standing.
• You get the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary and collaborative team composed of dedicated individuals who are focused on achieving the mission and vision of the agency.
• We urge our employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance with a flexible work environment.
• Various opportunities to attend company events such as communities of practice, workshops and webinars, virtual yoga sessions, social connecting events, etc.
  
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

ROCK is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workforce reflecting the community we serve and promoting diversity at all levels in a dynamic and inclusive environment. We provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and ROCK’s Accommodation Policy.

If you are invited to participate in the interview process and require accommodation for the interview, we ask that you provide your accommodation request as soon as reasonably practicable. Please be advised that you may be requested to provide verifiable supporting information, such as medical or other documentation depending upon the type of Code-protected accommodation, to Human Resources to ensure that appropriate accommodation is provided to you throughout the hiring process. ROCK treats all accommodation requests confidentially.

Please note that ROCK positions are currently working in an on-site, in community and virtual hybrid model. Positions are located in the Halton Region and travel between sites may be required.