Job Description

Role Summary The Youth Housing Navigator is responsible for supporting youth enrolled in the Youth Housing Program, an extension of Home Base Yellowknife. The YHP program is designed to assist youth to become more independent. Youth will be assisted to locate and secure appropriate Community Support Services that are specific to their uniquely identified needs. Duties include collaborative teamwork, case management and crisis management. A detailed position description will be provided to candidates who meet position requirements. Physical Requirements

• Shift including day, evening and overnight as scheduled

• Ability to assist youth to move in or out of housing including lifting furniture

• Capacity to lift 50+ lbs

• Cleaning as required

• Class 5 license with minimum of 1 year driving experience

• Driver Assessment will be conducted to ensure safe operation of fleet vehicles

Qualifications

• Minimum of 19 years of age

• Fluency in English (written, oral, comprehension)

• High School Completion Certificate required

• Post Secondary Education in the areas of Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or Recreation

• Life experience equivalencies will be considered

• Minimum of 2yrs work experience working with youth

• Experience working with high risk youth is an asset

• Clear Driver Abstract

• Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector check

• Clear Child Protection record check

• VISA status to work in Canada

Job Type: Full-time Salary: $26.00 per hour Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Yellowknife, NT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location