This is a contract position until January 29, 2013 with the possibility of renewal. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative person who has the ability to advocate for youth. RaY is a fast paced work environment which depends on a reliable, open-minded, flexible, and team oriented approach to provide youth with what they need, on their terms, to better their lives.
RaY is a non-profit street-level agency working with street-entrenched and homeless youth up to the age of 29. RaY is non-judgmental and non-partisan, employing a harm reduction approach to all interactions with youth in need.
The ideal candidate for the position:
- Will have 3 or more years experience working in youth care and/or working with marginalized populations.
- Understand of the needs of marginalized youth and homelessness issues (including gang activity, drug use and sexual exploitation).
- Have significant knowledge of a harm reduction approach and a strong understanding of the social determinants of health.
- Have an undergraduate degree in social work or liberal arts, or diploma in child and youth care.
- Training in any of the following would be considered an asset: Applied Suicide Intervention Training, Mental Health First Aid, Hearing Voices, Brief Intervention, Motivational Interviewing and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention.
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Submitting an Application:
Please email resume and cover letter to:
Erica Jacobson, Program Director ejacobson@rayinc.ca
No Phone Calls Please
Job posting closes: November 14th, 2012 at 12:00pm
Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.
*Note: this is an evening and weekend position. Applicants must be able to work Weekends and a minimum of 3 evening shifts during the week.
Deadline:
14 Nov 2012
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RaY Inc.
Winnipeg Manitoba
Canada