Job Description

ABOUT US

Kennedy House (KH) is a not-for-profit organization with a long-standing dedication to providing exceptional personalized care for youth in the Greater Toronto Area for over 50 years. KH started with an initial family-like group home in 1971 and currently operates several residential and community-based programs, for marginalized and at- risk youth, including:

One residential home for young people in care; Three homes for youth and young adults living with developmental disabilities; A Day Treatment school program for youth struggling in the typical school setting; Kennedy House Youth Centre, a secure custody facility for male youth experiencing conflict with the law; Bailiff services to safely and securely transport youth experiencing conflict with the law; Kennedy House After School Program for children aged 4-13 in underserved communities throughout Scarborough; and Kennedy House Youth Shelter, for youth aged 16-24 experiencing homelessness.
KH works with youth to enable them to grow as individuals and contribute as members of the community. This is achieved by providing customized support and building trusting relationships.

To learn more about our organization and the causes we support, we strongly encourage you to visit our website.

POSITION SUMMARY

Kennedy House is looking for a dynamic, results-driven, and team oriented individual to join our team in the role of Assistant Manager, Youth Justice Services.

The KH - Youth Justice Division is a 24/7 secure custody/detention facility for male youth that have either been charged or currently awaiting sentencing of a serious crime committed in the community. A serious crime, is a crime that if committed by an adult a sentence of five years or more will be awarded.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Youth Justice Services the incumbent will be part of a dynamic supervisory team that implements and maintains the overall functioning of the Centre. The incumbent will ensure the proper operation of the facility on a daily basis in accordance with the Child Youth and Family Services Act and the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Their primary responsibilities are to supervise and support the Supervisory Team and to develop, implement and oversee consistent and centralized administrative systems. Additionally, the Assistant Manager will maintain on-call responsibility to the facility on a scheduled basis, and is available on an informal basis at all times in a consultative and supportive role for decision making and will provide crisis response to

the facility when required either directly or by phone. The Assistant Manager will act in place of the Senior Manager, Youth Justice Services in their absence.

This is

a full-time on-site

position located at our Youth Centre in Ajax, Ontario. The Assistant Manager will work an average of 35 hours per week and will require being flexible to best meet the needs of the Program.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Works with Senior Management to ensure that staffing administration issues are addressed in a timely manner Provides ongoing administrative supervision for kitchen staff and supervisors as well as indirect supervision of line Oversees staff training and supervision Provides recommendations for promotion, demotion and dismissal to the Senior Manager Monitors and maintains the front line staff and supervisor schedules Ensures that all stat, vacation and comp time is scheduled as per the collective agreement and tracked Ensures that all rules are followed as outlined in the policy and procedure manual and in the Collective Agreement Ensures that all staff training needs, internal and external, are met according to Kennedy House and Ministry Standards Identifies training needs for staff and acts as a resource to the agency training program Submitting payroll bi-weekly to the Senior Manager Maintains a centralized petty cash system for the supervisory team Supports the Clinical Program as required Files and follows up on serious occurrence reports (SOR) with the Ministry; Ensures that all nutritional needs of the residents at the Centre are met daily Attends and participates in meetings such as management, unit, staff, and case management Monitors H&S Inspections and attends H&S meetings to ensure that the documentation is up to date and accurate Take on the role of Provincial Director for Detention, when required Chairs the Youth Advisory committee meetings and ensure the clients' voices are heard Plays a significant role in the successful implementation, facilitation, and evaluation of several clinical groups at the Centre Role models appropriate and necessary cognitive behavioural interventions with young persons in order to support frontline staff in their development Intervenes during emergencies (of a medical, safety or security nature) and activate appropriate precautionary and contingency plans Provides on call support on a rotating basis Performs other duties as required

EDUCATION

College Diploma in Child and Youth Worker/Corrections Diploma or a University Degree in youth justice studies or related field with emphasis in behaviour management, adolescent development, and knowledge of family group dynamics

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 5 years in a

supervisory

role with at least 2 years in corrections/youth justice Prior experience specifically related to working with youth experiencing conflict with the law. This may include placement experience. Prior experience working in a unionized environment Experience in treatment settings; skilled in individual counseling and group work Management skills: demonstrated organizational, communication, decision- making and Knowledge of various youth justice related legislation (i.e. Youth Criminal Justice Act, Child, Youth and Family Services Act, Human Rights Code) Knowledge of various sociological issues impacting on youth (e.g. poverty, family violence and abuse, sexual abuse, substance abuse, gang involvement, peer-on- peef violence; racial issues; and societal issues that put youth at risk of offending behaviour; and human rights issues) Knowledge of mental health and behavioural disorders, abnormal and deviant psychology, symptoms and causes of deviant behaviour, and cognitive behavioural intervention-philosophy and techniques, as well as, knowledge and understanding of youth/adolescent development Cultural competency skills and the ability to be inclusive of diversity Current certification in CPR Level C and First Aid Level C is mandatory within 30 days of hire Current certification in CPI Valid Class G Driver's License and clean Driver's Abstract is required Current (within 6 months) Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Seafch must be provided Advanced communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with youth Good interviewing, coaching, counselling, facilitationand team building skills BaSic to intefmediate computer skills with the ability to operate various business software and operational systems (e.g., Windows, Microsoft Word, etc.) Maintain all required immunizations and vaccines

WHY KENNEDY HOUSE?

Kennedy House provides its employees with a combination of challenging yet exciting career opportunities, both short and long-term. Being a Kennedy House employee means that you can apply your knowledge, broaden your skills and make a valuable contribution to the organization, our clients' lives and wellbeing, and the community you live in. Here at Kennedy House, we help the youth of today achieve their dreams of tomorrow.

Additionally, Kennedy House provides the following benefits:

Competitive compensation package Group healthcare benefits (extended health, dental, and vision care) Life insurance Paid vacation Company matched retirement savings plan (RRSP) Opportunities to grow within the organization, including relocation within other the Kennedy House programs On-site parking Company events Casual dress code Employee assistance program (EAP)

HOW TO APPLY?

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their application for consideration using the?Apply now?button. It is strongly encouraged that applicants use resumes in pdf format.

Kennedy House thanks in advance all applicants who submit an application for their interest and time spent preparing their application; however, due to the high volume of candidates received, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Kennedy House is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. At Kennedy House, we are committed to a supportive work environment where employees have the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. Diversity and inclusion are a central part of our culture, and we aspire to be a workplace that is respectful to everyone.?We appreciate the interest of all candidates.

Due to the volumes of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates that are selected to move forward in the recruitment process. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources Representative of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking RRSP match
Work Location: In person