JOB DESCRIPTION                              

Haliburton County Youth Hub Peer AMBASSADOR

POSITION:

To provide Peer ambassador duties at the Haliburton County Youth Hub

To support the Youth Hub program and to assist in creating a safe and accepting environment for youth (12-25) with a special emphasis on the LGBTQ, Indigenous youth and other marginalized community youth.

Haliburton County Youth Wellness Hub is one of six Youth Hubs to receive new funding from Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO), which is funded by the Provincial government:  The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Our site is also supported by local donors and has been supported by the CAM-H Foundation and Haliburton Community Development Corporation.

The Youth Hub is a one stop that provides a range of services and supports for youth aged 12 to 25. The Youth Hub has been co-created with youth. The Hub is an inclusive, positive and welcoming space where youth can access a broad range of services and supports delivered in a respectful and inclusive fashion. Services include, but are not limited to:

social recreation
primary care
sexual health
mental health and addictions
employment
tutoring
homework assistance
life skills and living skills
housing support

These supports and services are provided by a number of different organizations.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Youth Hub Ambassador provides a number of functions:

To welcome youth to the youth hub
Introduce them to staff and other youth
Give them a tour, explain how it operates
Explain the digital registration process and provide assistance if appropriate
To provide outreach and youth engagement roles (?to provide youth engagement roles?)
To help set up, and support youth requiring digital connection for OTN appointments
Program set up, implementation and clean up
Refer to clinical staff any youth in need of crisis, mental health, or other core service supports
Other duties as they arise
Work towards creating an inclusive culture with youth age 12 to 25 in a supportive and respectful manner
facilitating planned activities with Youth Hub Staff
Set-up and implement social recreational activities
Supervise youth and foster a safe and inclusive environment for all participants
Work in conjunction with Hub Staff and receive direction and provide support as required
Some evening and weekend work may be required.  Extensive paid training will be provided.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop programs that promote the opportunity for positive interaction between participants
Greet, welcome and orient youth to the Hub
Refer youth to appropriate staff regarding their needs i.e. counselling staff for mental health issue
Actively participate in staff training and meetings
Set a good example
Actively demonstrate and encourage respect for people, property, Youth Hub equipment and facility
Promote and support a safe environment that protects the health, security and well-being of all participants
Guide and coach youth through the Dacima process (electronic database)
Set up computer equipment for participants i.e. OTN
Promote and recognize diversity
Respect and respond to the social, cultural and economic factors that shape participants perceptions, experiences and needs for service
Maintain timely record keeping and reporting systems to ensure accurate information
Ensure confidentiality and is able to set boundaries
Provide outreach as required
Inspect program space prior to use to ensure a positive, accessible, healthy and safe work environment
Ensure adherence to all Youth Hub policies and procedures
Maintain confidentiality
Complete other duties as assigned
Participate in program planning, implementation and evaluations
Actively engage with youth to co-design program/activities and services
Participate as a team member in the day to day operations of the Youth Hub
Participate in fundraising and special events as required

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

Good communication/interpersonal skills
Knowledge of youth engagement principles and practice is an asset
Knowledge of Haliburton community, community resources and the Youth Hub is an asset
Basic kitchen skills and knowledge of corresponding health and safety practices (food handling course) is an asset
Work well as a team member
First Aid training is an asset
Police and vulnerable check required
Familiarity with the Youth Hub is an asset

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Can work variable hours that might include evenings, weekends and weekdays depending on work demands
Must be able to participate in team meetings, supervision and training sessions as required
Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with other staff teams and abide by Youth Hub policies
Volunteer or worker experience an asset by not a necessity

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working directly with clients can expose staff to risks of physical injury, violence, psychological/emotional injury and infections. All staff are expected to take all precautions to ensure their safety and to reach out to hub staff for support as required.
Working evenings or weekends may be required
Working directly with food preparation and cleaning will be required
Some lifting for room set-up may be required.

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

Workers are required to adhere to all health and safety standards and participate in health and safety training as required. The Youth Hub Peer Ambassador will also report all safety hazards and/or concerns to their immediate supervisor or other on-site Youth Hub staff.

SUPERVISION:

The Youth Hub Ambassador reports to their assigned Youth Hub Supervisor and attends supervision and staff meetings as scheduled.   While working at the Youth Hub the Youth Hub Ambassador may also receive direction from the on-site supervisor. The Youth Hub Ambassador will also seek additional support/direction as needed.  The Youth Hub Ambassador is required to report safety concerns to their assigned Supervisor or on-site Supervisor. They are also expected to fully participate in all evaluation processes, i.e., program and staff evaluation.

Haliburton County Youth Hub is strongly committed to a workforce that is diverse. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including applicants from all cultures, racialized communities, abilities, diverse sexual and gender identities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free.

JOB POSTING

Haliburton County Youth Hub Peer AMBASSADOR

POSITION:

To provide Peer Ambassador duties at the Haliburton County Youth Hub

Haliburton County Youth Wellness Hub is one of six Youth Hubs to receive new funding from the Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO), which is funded by the Provincial government:  The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Our site is also supported by local donors and has been supported by the CAM-H Foundation and Haliburton Community Development Corporation.

The Youth Hub is a one stop that provides a range of services and supports for youth aged 12 to 25. The Youth Hub has been co-created with youth. The hub is an inclusive, positive and welcoming space where youth can access a broad range of services and supports delivered in a respectful and inclusive fashion. Services include but are not limited to:

social recreation
primary care
sexual health
mental health and addictions
employment
tutoring
homework assistance
life skills and living skills
These supports and services are provided by a number of different organizations.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Youth Hub Ambassador provides a number of functions to welcome youth to the Youth Hub:

Introduce them to staff and other youth, give them a tour, explain how it operates
To explain the digital registration process and provide assistance if appropriate
To provide outreach and youth engagement roles
To help set up and support youth requiring digital connection for OTN appointments
Program set up, implementation and clean up
Refer to clinical staff any youth in need of crisis or mental health or other core service supports
Other duties as they arise
Work towards creating an inclusive culture with youth age 12 to 25 in a supportive and respectful manner facilitating planned activities with Youth Hub Staff
Responsible to set-up and implement social recreational activities, supervise youth and foster a safe and inclusive environment for all participants
Work in conjunction with Hub Staff and receive direction and provide support as required
Some evening and weekend work may be required.  Extensive paid training will be provided.

Haliburton County Youth Wellness Hub is strongly committed to a workforce that is diverse. We encourage applications from all qualified individual including applicants from all cultures, racialized communities, abilities, diverse sexual and gender identities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free.

Please visit www.pointintime.ca for a full job description.

Please send cover letter and resume to by Wednesday December 18, 2019 by 1:00pm

Point in Time Centre for Children, Youth and Parents

P.O. Box 1306, 69 Eastern Avenue

Haliburton, Ontario

K0M 1S0
Or

info@pointintime.ca

As this program is under development our staffing needs are evolving. As such, we are committed to providing extensive training and then as our staffing needs become clear, hiring from the trained staff pool.

Rate of Pay: $16.25

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Board of Directors Opportunity

Join us in strengthening services for children, youth and parents in Haliburton County!

Point in Time is looking for talented and conscientious volunteer board members to work with the board to provide leadership and help strengthen our programs for children, youth and parents with the goal of ensuring they achieve their highest potential.

We are particularly interested in:

People who have experience on non-profit boards
People who can provide leadership with the board
People with financial, legal, governance or senior executive expertise

If you can contribute your time, thoughtfulness, and leadership one evening a month, and are interested in exploring this opportunity to contribute to the community,
call 705-457-5345 ext 300
or email: info@pointintime.ca
to find out whether this volunteer opportunity is right for you.

Point in Time welcomes and appreciates volunteers. Many volunteer opportunities are available. All volunteers go through a rigorous screening process including an interview, reference check and criminal reference check. Our volunteer co-ordinator works within the agency volunteer framework to co-ordinate orientation of volunteers to the agency procedures and their specific position. The nature and level of training is tailored to the specific volunteer activity chosen. For example, a volunteer driver would require different training than a respite worker although there would be some commonalities.

Please call Point in Time at (705) 457-5345 if you are interested in volunteering.