Youth Diversion and Mental Health Court Worker

Youth Diversion and Mental Health Court Worker

Our mission is to improve the lives of children, youth, and their families through the provision of mental health services based on clinical excellence, collaboration, partnerships, and system leadership. Appointed by the Ontario Government as “Lead Agency for Child-Youth Mental Health” in Renfrew County, Phoenix is also responsible for community-wide child-youth mental health system planning in collaboration with local, regional, and provincial stakeholders.

We invite you to join the Phoenix Centre as a Youth Diversion & Mental Health Court Worker. This is a permanent, full-time position working 35 hours per week.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Youth Diversion and Mental Health Court Worker provides support services to children, youth, and families, with a focus on addressing mental health challenges and promoting positive development for those involved in or at risk of judicial involvement. This role plays a critical part in the diversion efforts by identifying and addressing underlying issues contributing to legal challenges and working with youth and their families to create alternatives to judicial proceedings.

Through bridging gaps between mental health, education, and judicial systems, and fostering collaboration with youth court and community partners, the Youth Diversion and Mental Health Court Worker aims to reduce recidivism, enhance resilience, and improve long-term outcomes for youth navigating complex systemic intersections. The Youth Diversion and Mental Health Court Worker works in alignment with the agency’s mission, vision, values and lean leadership model.

The Youth Diversion and Mental Health Court Worker is responsible for the case management of all files on their caseload and is required to perform duties related to the development of strategies to mitigate behaviours leading to legal involvement while supporting mental health recovery and growth.

The Youth Diversion and Mental Health Court Worker will provide services in person, virtually, and in the community (i.e. home, school, and satellite offices) as required.

• Diploma in child and youth care or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience working with youth and families where mental health and the justice system intersect
• Experience in case management, resource navigation, and advocacy
• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset
• Awareness of and experience in the court process would be considered an asset
• Strong understanding of child development, family dynamics and judicial systems
• Sound knowledge of community resources and the ability to connect families with appropriate services
• Familiarity with and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including educators, counselors, social workers, law enforcement and community agencies
• Knowledgeable and experienced in anti-oppressive practices related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Abilities:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Cultural competency and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Able to develop strategies to mitigate behaviours leading to legal involvement while supporting mental health recovery and growth
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to maintain all client records as per the agency standards
• Demonstrated commitment to client safety
• Demonstrates professionalism in dealing with highly confidential information and situations.
• Good computer skills

Condition of Employment:

• Proof of eligibility to work in Canada.
• A valid provincial driver’s licence and use of a reliable motor vehicle; this position requires travel across Renfrew County a minimum of 25% of the time
• Clear criminal record check, including vulnerable sector search
• Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19

Closing Date: January 10, 2025

What We Offer:

• Salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits package
• Group RRSP contribution plan
• Employee wellness program
• Four weeks of paid vacation per year

Phoenix will engage in reasonable workplace accommodation, short of undue hardship, for any successful candidate who has a documented exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

The Phoenix Centre for Children and Families is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. Phoenix offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes accommodation.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Website: www.phoenixctr.com