StepStones for Youth
The Organization
We value and celebrate diversity: We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities and are committed to having a team made up of people with diverse skills, experiences, and abilities. We actively encourage BIPOC and LGBTQ+ applicants to apply and we value the positive impact that diversity has on our teams. We are committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion within our workforce and in all opportunities provided at StepStones. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.
StepStones for Youth (www.stepstonesforyouth.com) is an innovative and dynamic charitable organization in Toronto dedicated to providing intervention and sustainable support for children and youth. Many of these youth are exiting the foster care and group home system or are currently living in foster homes and shelters.
Our goal is to create positive and meaningful connections; increase school engagement, high school graduation, and post-secondary enrolment; and increase stable housing, improved mental and physical health, and strong support networks. StepStones adheres to a "whatever it takes" approach to servicing youth and we go above and beyond to support their needs.
Why Work With Us:
Comprehensive Benefit Package: includes 2K to paramedical services, and Short Term and Long-Term Disability including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Grief counselling available free of charge (in addition to benefits) for work related incidents
Time-Off: 3 weeks-vacation with a 1-day vacation increase per year worked, up to 25 days vacation
Leave: 8 sick days, 1 personal day, 1.5 medical appointment days, bereavement allowance
Professional Development: Training allowance of $700 per year
Reimbursements: Mileage provided at a competitive rate and all staff are given a petty cash budget
Tools you need to succeed: All staff receive a MacBook, iPhone, Headphones and access to our mobile friendly CRM system! PPE is also provided.
Hybrid Work: We offer work from home/office flexibility
Flexible work hours: Work on your time when needed
Extended Break: 1.5 lunch break healthy living program when you exercise for 30 minutes during lunch
The Opportunity
StepStones for Youth is seeking a Connection Coordinator who will work within the Safe at Home or Mentorship initiative. This initiative operates on the premise that relationship-based housing options provide a baseline of stability and support, which then mitigates the likelihood of poor outcomes in the long term. Through the Safe at Home initiative, we work to transfer the primary supportive role and responsibilities to a relational, non-professionalized/worker entity. We do this by providing necessary training and support to communities and caregivers involved in the program. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on the most vulnerable in our society.
What you will be responsible for:
What we’re looking for:
Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 annually
This position will require regular in-office work. StepStones is currently transitioning to back in the office on a regular basis.
StepStones for Youth requires that all employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as per current Canada Public Health guidelines. All employees will be required to show evidence that they are fully vaccinated.
We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities and are committed to having a team made up of people with diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We actively encourage Black Indigenous, People Of Colour (BIPOC), and LGBTQ+ applicants to apply and we value the positive impact that diversity has on our teams. We are committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion within our workforce and in all opportunities provided at StepStones. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those applicants will be selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or in person submissions please.