Location: Hearst, ON

Job type: Contract – 35 hours per week - Up to 3 months

Closing Date: July 06, 2026

Vacancy Status: Existing Position 

WHAT YOU WILL DO IN THE ROLE

• • Engage youth in decision-making and promote voluntary participation in services.

  • Assess youth strengths, needs, risks, and transition readiness, and develop youth-centred plans aligned with transition-to-adulthood goals.

  • Provide culturally responsive supports and facilitate connection to culture, identity, family, and community.

  • Support youth in securing and maintaining safe, stable, and appropriate housing, including tenancy readiness, housing applications, landlord engagement, and connection to housing resources.

  • Coordinate and support educational planning, school engagement, and pathways to training, employment, or post-secondary opportunities.

  • Support the development of life and self-management skills (e.g., financial literacy, housing readiness, daily living skills) to promote independence.

  • Support youth in developing and maintaining relationships with caring adults and community members.

  • Provide coaching, advocacy, and safety planning, and connect youth to appropriate crisis, clinical, or specialized services as required.

  • Organize and participate in public education seminars, workshops, and training for youth, families, and service providers.

  • Maintain accurate documentation, service statistics, and reporting in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

  • Support youth leaving care to identity, access and navigate adult service systems relevant to their needs, and transition to adulthood. 

  • Provide information and referrals for individual youth that address individual needs and support/reinforce strengths. 

  • Plan and deliver individualized and group-based supports that align with identified goals across key life domains.

  • Removing Systemic Barriers: Identify and address systemic barriers that prevent youth from succeeding, advocating for equitable opportunities and resources.

  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community agencies, school boards, and service providers.

  • Provide liaison and system navigation support for youth to access services in a culturally responsive and timely manner.

  • Participate in committees, working groups, and community events to promote positive outcomes for youth.

  • Advocate for youth rights and ensure their needs are met in accordance with legislation and agency policies.

  • Other duties as directed relating to the success of youth transition to independence. 

JUST A FEW REASONS TO JOIN KUNUWANIMANO CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES

• Opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team with career growth across multiple departments.
• KCFS prides itself in providing its employees with job security, competitive wages, and a safe working environment.
• Training opportunities to support your success in the role.
• A defined contribution benefit pension plan (OMERS)
• Comprehensive Health Plan including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance.
• Competitive vacation leaves.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Degree or diploma in social work, youth services, or a related field.
• Previous experience within First Nations communities. 
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with at-risk youth, preferably within First Nations communities and/or child welfare.
• Experience in harm reduction, safety planning, crisis intervention, and supporting youth transitions.
• Experience working with Indigenous youth and knowledge of issues impacting at-risk youth in urban and rural environments
• Must be willing to work flexible hours.
• Must be willing to travel and cover the entire District and have access to a reliable vehicle with a $2 million rider liability.
• Must produce clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Must possess a valid “G” Ontario driver’s licence.

Please refer to our website: www.kunuwanimano.com [http://www.kunuwanimano.com] for employment opportunities. 

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our agency a better place to work. Please note that preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. Please self-identify.

Meegwetch to all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.