Youth Housing Outreach Worker

Company

Algoma Family Services

Posted October 22, 2026

Last updated October 23, 2026

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Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Salary Range: $26.82-$32.37

Posting Closes: October 29, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, Community Services, the Youth Housing Outreach Worker supports youth aged 16 to 25 who are transitioning from care or experiencing housing instability, including homelessness, mental health, or addiction challenges. In this role, the Worker provides assessment, mentoring, and case management, helping youth secure and maintain safe housing, access community resources, and develop independent living skills. This position blends direct support, advocacy, and outreach, and is integral to a collaborative, interdisciplinary team serving both the Algoma Youth Wellness Hub (AYWH) and the HART Hub. The Algoma Youth Wellness Hub (AYWH) is a community-based center offering integrated supports and services for youth, with a focus on mental health, addictions, primary care, employment, housing, and well-being.

The HART Hub (Housing, Addiction, Recovery, Trauma, and Support) is a community-driven initiative responding to homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges in

Sault Ste. Marie. It provides a centralized and inclusive space that integrates health, housing, and social services to reduce barriers and improve outcomes for marginalized youth and the broader community.

The Youth Housing Outreach Worker, will work closely with both hubs and community partners to deliver holistic, trauma-informed, and culturally competent support to youth in need.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

• Child and Youth Care Diploma with two (2) years’ experience working with children, youth, and families, or the equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
  
  

Minimum Experience

• Experience working with and creating positive spaces for high-risk and marginalized youth 16 to 25 years of age using an anti-oppressive, inclusionary, and strength-based approach, specifically with 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous and racialized youth.
  
  

Qualifications

• Possess a caring, kind, and empathic approach in the engagement of youth and their families in a manner that is consistent with the AFS vision and organizational values.
• Certification/Training in the following areas is preferred:
• Crisis intervention and prevention.
• First-aid and CPR certification.
• Applied suicide intervention (ASIST)
• Cultural competency
• Naloxone administration
• Advanced knowledge of and ability to apply behavioural management approaches in a manner that promotes the youth’s development of self-esteem, self- confidence, and self-worth.
• A solid understanding of the effects of abuse and neglect, separation and attachment, grief and loss, on child development.
• Demonstrate an understanding of age and developmentally appropriate behaviour for youth in the home, school, and community.
• Experience working with neuro-diverse youth (for example, ASD or FASD diagnosis)
• Ability to provide life and social skill-building training to the youth.
• Knowledge of Indigenous peoples, cultures, and healing practices.
• Understanding of mental health, addictions, and housing services.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, participate in supervision, incorporate constructive feedback, attend meetings, and complete assigned paperwork with accuracy and on-time.
• Knowledge of regulations required under the legislation, such as the:
• Accessibility Ontario Disability Act
• Child, Youth, and Family Services Act
• Education Act
• Mental Health Act
• Youth Criminal Justice Act
• Personal Health Information Protection Act
• Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with caregivers, colleagues, consultants, referral sources, service providers and education personnel.
• Proficiency with computers, specifically software, such as: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint, as well as, client information management systems.
• Ability to provide services in both official languages (English/French) is an asset.
• Possession of a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, ability to travel, and use of a personal vehicle.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and on-call if required.
• Must provide a clear Criminal Records Check, including Broader Sector Check.
• Fully immunized, including the COVID-19 vaccinations.
  

Duties and Responsibilities: Please refer to the attached job description.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the OPSEU.

Algoma Family Services (AFS) is dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. AFS encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants who may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify HR when contacted for an interview.

PLEASE SEND YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO [email protected] QUOTING REFERENCE # CCS-1022-02

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