Support justice-involved youth through trauma-informed therapy and family interventions in a hybrid Clinical Youth Therapist position at Northstar.
Northstar seeks a Clinical Youth Therapist with a clinical social work foundation and direct justice-involved youth experience. You will support gang-involved youth aged 12–17 through individual therapy, family interventions, case planning, and coordinated care. The position works within Beyond the Complex, a federally funded custody-alternative program grounded in the Risk-Need-Responsivity framework.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver culturally responsive individual therapy and psycho-educational interventions
- Facilitate family and restorative caregiver sessions
- Develop individualized rehabilitative and community reintegration plans
- Coordinate multidisciplinary care with justice and community partners
- Maintain clinical records, case notes, and court updates
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Social Work with advanced clinical experience
- Master of Social Work highly preferred
- Registration or eligibility with OCSWSSW
- Experience with serious justice-involved youth or gang interventions
- Valid Ontario Class G licence and reliable vehicle
Apply clinical social work, trauma-informed care, and advocacy skills while supporting youth, families, and reintegration across Durham Region.
