Weekend Day Worker, Phoenix House

**PART-TIME, PERMANENT** **START DATE: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE** Since 1987, Phoenix has been dedicated to supporting youth and contributing to a vibrant community. Phoenix’s over fourteen locations in Halifax, N.S. provide a continuum of care for youth aged 11-24 and their families. Our team of caring professionals recognizes that each person who comes to us has individual needs as well as strengths. People are the leaders in their own lives; Phoenix is a leader in supporting them. A staff group that represents the diversity of the people and communities we serve is of the utmost importance. Phoenix is committed to reducing barriers that have traditionally impacted access to employment and career growth. As such, we encourage those interested to self-identify their ethnicity, and or race, gender, sexuality, ability, etc. We also invite you to share your pronouns in your cover letter or resume. **Position Overview:** The Weekend Day Worker is responsible for offering assistance, crisis intervention, and support to youth staying at the house overnight. The Weekday Overnight Worker must maintain wakefulness for the entire shift. **Program Overview:** Phoenix House is a ten-bed long-term residential facility for youth aged 16-24. It offers safe, supportive housing for youth while learning skills for independent living. Youth participate in programming such as education, employment, or volunteer work, while preparing to transition to their next housing goal. The Weekend Day Worker will work in a shared office space located in a three-storey residential House in downtown Halifax. Access to the House and its interior is via stairs at street level. The facility features gender-neutral washrooms and a shared kitchen area. There are multiple common areas that can be accessed by both youth and staff. There is also access to an outdoor space at the back of the house that can be used outdoor activities. There is also a staff fridge at this location as well that is accessible by all agency staff. **Compensation:** $24.62/hour plus 4% vacation pay, Employee and Family Assistance Program, in-house trainings, and professional development opportunities. **Reports to:** Manager, Phoenix House. **Hours of Work:**‍ ‍Saturday 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and Sunday 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. **Location:**‍ ‍Hunter Street, Halifax. **Screening Requirements:** This position is subject to a satisfactory criminal record check including a vulnerable sector search, child abuse register check and proof of education. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** * Ensure the program is congruent with Phoenix’s vision and values. * Work in accordance with Phoenix’s policies, procedures, and framework of practice. * Supervise and monitor Phoenix House’s weekday overnight activities and ensure that policies, security, and safety are maintained. o Work with youth to support the implementation of effective case plans that address the challenges of youth who experience homelessness. o Provid