The Agency
The Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS) is a charity that reduces crime and makes Calgary communities safer by helping youth and adults make positive changes and move away from criminal behavior. We do this by addressing the root causes of crime through housing, education, employment programs and support so that individuals have alternatives to breaking the law. CJHS is committed to restorative justice and an organizational environment that recognizes the dignity and worth of each person. CJHS values diversity and inclusion and welcomes qualified applicants from all walks of life.
The Program
The Roofs for Youth program provides support for chronically homeless youth or youth at risk of homelessness aged 15 to 24 years old to help them successfully transition to adulthood. Youth are justice-involved or at risk, without stable housing and support. Using the Natural Supports Practice Framework, youth receive a continuum of services from institutional discharge planning to housing placement, access to employment and employability skill development opportunities, educational opportunities, connections to natural supports, and intensive case management. Roofs for Youth includes two place-based housing buildings, Raido House and Windsor Park, where clients may be placed if they need more on-site support.
The Position
Reporting to the Team Lead, the Residential Case Worker will be knowledgeable about the issues that youth face in the cycle of homelessness. This position will work alongside the Youth Residential and Outreach team to:
- Provide guidance, support and supervision to residents
- Deal with routine and crisis situations
- Maintain a creative and sensitive approach in meeting the needs of the residents
- Role model healthy behavior for residents
- Complete all documentation, assessments, referrals, and write case notes
- Support with navigating various systems including justice, funding, mental health, and natural supports
- Attend to, and support with daily living skills including cleaning and meal preparation
- Provide support to residents in developing independent living skills
- Approach situations with a Housing First and Harm Reduction Lens
The Residential Caseworker will have a post-secondary education in a relevant discipline, 2 years relevant experience working with the target population, an understanding of housing first and harm reduction principles, and the youth criminal justice system.
This is a Part time 32-hour position with benefits.
Brain Story Certification is considered an asset.
A current criminal record check (CPIC) and Child Intervention Check (where applicable) are required (within the past three months).