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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Front-Line Worker - Youth Service Programs  - Start Date: December 7, 2009.

We are currently seeking out qualified individuals for this part-time position.  Please submit resume with covering letter detailing your related education and experience by email to: cpCOREyouthservices@gmail.com with "Front-Line Worker Applicant"  in the subject line. 

Position Description:  Front-Line Workers are responsible for the development, delivery and supervision of day-to-day Youth Service Programs and services.   

Responsibilities include:

• Supervision of youth during hours of operation,
• Development, delivery and evaluation of programs, services, workshops and events,
• Provision of prevention and early intervention programming through public education,
• Networking and relationship building with other community partners and social service organizations,
• Facilitation of the referral system to other youth service agencies,
• Provide assistance to youth developing skills to deal with and resolve social and personal problems,
• Collect and maintain data, records and program statistics for evaluation and research purposes,
• Involve youth in community events and activities,
• Upkeep of the facility, supplies and materials,
• Public relations, promotion and fundraising,
• Prepare monthly reports and report to the Executive Director,
• Work as a team with all staff and volunteers,
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary diploma/degree in Social and/or Human Services Field or 2+ years of related experience,
• Strong organizational, planning, problem solving and communication skills (oral and written),
• Strong self-motivation, interpersonal skills and initiative,
• Strong one-on-one and group facilitation skills,
• Strong computer and administrative abilities,
• Ability to work both as a team and independently,
• Experience working with young people, youth-at-risk, community groups, social service agencies and boards,
• Must be able to work evenings and/or weekends,
• CLEAR CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

Compensation Range and Hours of Work:

• Hours vary: 3-7 shifts per week within a rotating schedule
• $13-$15 per hour to start

BOARD MEMBERS REQUIRED

• Are you a local resident?
• Are you interested in promoting positive opportunities for young people in Carleton Place?
• Are you concerned about the health and well being of our youth?

If so, consider joining the Board of Directors of CPDYC. 

Commitment: 1 hour monthly.  Meetings take place on the 2nd Monday of each month from 5:30 until 6:30 p.m. at the Youth Centre.  

Please contact Meghan Lepine, Executive Director or Angela Atkinson, Board President for more information.

       CPDYC is a proud member agency of the United Way of Lanark County

Transitions Action Coalition - visit us on the web at www.transitionscoalition.ca 

The Transitions Action Coalition (TAC) is a community coalition comprised of members from various youth-serving agencies and community interests from across Lanark County. TAC was formed to identify and address emergency and transitional housing needs of transitional-aged youth (ages 16 to 24) in Lanark County. TAC hopes that through partnerships and collaborative efforts this gap can be bridged so that these youth can become self-sufficient and live independently.

TAC has developed a Transitional Housing Program which offers 5 apartments within the County of Lanark offering accommodation to single individuals and single parents in need of affordable housing. This service provides young people experiencing significant difficulties with an opportunity to access assistance and support through a variety of resources while pursuing personal goals such as education, work and training.

If you or someone you know is in need of housing and/or support, please check out the website or visit your local youth centre and talk to staff about this program.