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Job Summary Springboards Youth Court Action Planning Program (YCAPP) team seeks a Youth Justice Worker to coordinate individualized action plans for justiceinvolved youth and their families. The role involves case management, community liaison, and program administration. Key Responsibilities - Client Engagement & Support - Establish relationships with youth and families; create and implement action plans that target immediate and mediumterm goals. - Conduct timely referrals and intakes, connect youth to services, and maintain detailed records of progress. - Provide crisis prevention and intervention as needed and explain court processes. - Community Engagement - Develop and maintain referral resources for youth and families. - Build partnerships with community organizations, mental health supports, youth shelters, and justice stakeholders. - Represent the program at networks, tables, and conferences. - Administration & Professional Development - Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, and data collection in the casemanagement system. - Participate in team meetings, supervisory sessions, and training opportunities. - Support program evaluation, funder reporting, strategic planning, and other organizational initiatives. Qualifications & Experience - Postsecondary education in Social Sciences, Social Work, Criminology, Youth Justice, Community Development, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. - Minimum two years of experience working with justiceinvolved youth in case management or support roles. - Knowledge of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) and the Child, Youth, and Family Services Act (CYFSA). - Strong understanding of systemic barriers affecting youth, traumainformed and culturally responsive practice, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and written and verbal communication. - Good recordkeeping skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office and casemanagement software. - Ability to travel within the Greater Toronto Area and to work evenings as required. Desired Assets - Understanding of YCJA implementation in GTA courts. - Knowledge of socialservice agencies operating in Toronto, GTA, and provincially. - FirstAid/CPR, Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI), Mental Health First Aid, ASIST certifications. - Fluency in French or another language. Benefits Fulltime, permanent staff receive a comprehensive benefits package, including a savings plan for all permanent positions. Hiring Information Employment requires satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening, references, and proof of education. #J-18808-Ljbffr