Key Worker - Phoenix Youth Shelter

**FULL-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 Key Worker provides on-going guidance and support to help residents meet their identified goals in the Phoenix Youth Shelter program. The Key Worker also supports with daily programming which all residents at the Shelter have access to. **Program Overview:** Phoenix Youth Shelter is a 20-bed emergency shelter that provides free, safe, emergency accommodations to youth ages 16-24. The Shelter supplies daily essentials (food, clothing, shelter, etc.) around the clock to youth who seek support. The Key Worker will work in a shared office space in a four-storey residential building in the South End of Halifax. Access to the building is by stairs or ramp; access to the upper floors of the building is by stairs only. The facility features gender-neutral washrooms, a shared kitchen, private and shared offices, common areas for youth, private bedrooms for youth, hygiene supplies, and a donation room. Staff are provided with meals and snacks on shift. **Reports to:** Manager, Phoenix Youth Shelter. **Location:** Phoenix Youth Shelter, 1094 Tower Rd. Halifax, NS. **Compensation:**$49,779 annual salary, comprehensive group medical insurance plan, Employee and Family Assistance Program, 3% Employer paid RRSP contribution, 3 weeks of vacation in the first year and 4 weeks of vacation in the second year, generous sick leave, a generous paid holiday schedule, in-house trainings, and professional development opportunities. **Hours of Work:** Shifts (usually 8 or 12 hours) fall during days, evenings and awake-overnights, weekdays, and weekends. **Screening Requirements:**Due to the sensitive nature of our work with youth, this position is subject to a satisfactory criminal record check including a vulnerable sector search, a child abuse register check and proof of education. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** * Supervise and monitor the Shelter’s day-to-day activities and ensure that policies, security and safety are maintained. * Assess and address the immediate and basic needs of the program’s youth. * Work with youth and other Phoenix programs