Anti Human Trafficking Youth Worker

Anti Human Trafficking Youth Worker

Victim Services of Leeds & Grenville

Position: Anti Human Trafficking Youth Worker

Job Status: The Anti Human Trafficking Youth Worker will provide services to youth specifically as well as their families in Leeds & Grenville and is part of the Anti-Human Trafficking Team for VSLG.  While the job is primarily Monday to Friday daytime hours, 40hour/week, the caseload sometimes requires the ability to be flexible with evening and on occasion weekend appointments. This is a 1 year contract with potential for ongoing employment based on funding received. Expected start date: April 1st 2026. 

Rate of Pay: Salaried position $48,000/ year plus mileage allowance and Wellness Benefit on top. Paid on the 1st and 15th of each month.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Anti Human Trafficking Youth Worker will be responsible for delivering the S.T.A.R. Program (Supporting Teens at Risk) by providing community-based assistance to youth victims of crime, tragedy and disaster, typically within a high school setting but often in the community. The Anti Human Trafficking Youth Worker works as part of the Anti-Human Trafficking Team: this position will take a case management approach that will include on-scene support and follow-up with youth and their families / supports; to provide supportive and / or practical assistance as required as well as assistance with referrals to appropriate community agencies. The successful applicant should have a solid understanding of intimate partner violence dynamics, specifically dating violence and sexual assault, as well as Human Trafficking.   

Duties will also include direct client support (in person, via phone, online etc.), safety planning, developing youth specific resources and risk assessments as well as accessing long-term community supports and services. The caseload may include individuals and / or families with complex needs requiring a solid understanding of a wide range of community resources. The day-to-day workload may be crisis oriented and unpredictable at times. The Anti Human Trafficking Youth Worker must be comfortable providing services to all age ranges and gender identifications and possesses a solid understanding of youth and trauma.  This position requires an advanced ability to work within a multi-sector, multi-disciplinary team with different mandates and demands in a successful manner.  Other duties include administrative duties, client file management, statistical recording, crisis intervention and liaison with emergency service providers. This position will also provide support for the Victim Services Emergency Pager response providing on scene and/or virtual support to victims of Crime and Tragic Circumstances, working in partnership with Police, Fire and Paramedic Services.

Education and Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree or Certification in Social Service Work, Social Work, Child & Youth Work, Psychology, Victimology or other related human services-based program.
• Extensive knowledge, training or experience in the areas of trauma and victimization and youth is preferred.
• A solid background in understanding the dynamics of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault; Understanding of Human Trafficking dynamics an asset
• Extensive knowledge of community resources and agencies
• Demonstrated case management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently; Self-motivated and Engaged
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; Ability to adapt communication based on circumstance and audience
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Proficiency in computer applications such as Word and Excel; Willing and able to learn new programs/applications
• Experience working with Emergency Response Providers an asset
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle required
• A completed clean Vulnerable CPIC

Responsibilities

S.T.A.R. Program/Client Service:

• Responsible for working with youth at risk, typically within the High Schools in Leeds & Grenville
• Responsible for STAR Program intakes and front-line response to youth victims of crime, tragedy and disaster.
• Complete Needs Assessment and determine services and supports required, both at time of intake and during follow up communications.
• Provide emotional support as well as supportive referrals to community agencies
• Provide practical, immediate crisis response as required
• Conduct and develop Safety Plans as required as well as Risk Assessments
• Work collaboratively with other Community Partners and Services to offer a wrap-around approach
• Develop and utilize a variety of youth specific resources

Anti Human Trafficking Program:

• Main point of contact for police, emergency services and community partners regarding potential human trafficking recruitment, grooming and / or activity
• Identify Youth at risk and/or entrenched in Human Trafficking
• Provide information, education opportunities and resources to youth and parents/guardians experiencing or at risk of Human Trafficking
• Develop safety and exit plans as required with youth and their families
• Complete Victim Quick Response Program applications for eligible youth and parent/guardians
• Attend Youth focused programming and work with youth there to develop strong rapport and trust in order to engage and support youth who may be at risk of trafficking
• Ongoing professional development and learning is a requirement of this position
• May be required to assist with presenting information to community groups or in high schools when required

To Apply:

Cover Letter and Resume can be sent confidentially. Applications will be received until March 10th 2026 at Noon.

For assistance applying to this position, or for any other job search-related needs, please contact CSE in Kemptville at 613-258-6576 or in Prescott at 613-925-0222.