Malton Neighbourhood Services

Youth Programs, Counselling - Youth Coordinator (YC) - Youth Outreach Worker (YOW) - Clinical Youth Outreach Worker (CYOW)

Record #: CWL0063
Last Modified: 24 Sep 2024
Last Full Update: 19 Sep 2024

Contact Information

Social Media Website: www.mnsinfo.org/youth-programs/
Address & Map
3540 Morning Star Dr
Missisauga, ON L4T 1Y2
Site Location Malton Community Centre
Intersection Morning Star Dr and Darcel Ave
Accessibility Fully Accessible
Office Phone 905-677-6270
E-Mail info@mnsinfo.org
Primary Contact Lisa McDonald, Youth Wellness Hub Manager; Email: lmcdonald@mnsinfo.org
Primary Executive Karla Bailey, Executive Director
Website www.mnsinfo.org/youth-programs/

Space Availability & Subsidy

Service Level (50) Non Profit

Description & Services

Description A fully integrated “one stop shop” youth hub where youth ages 12-25 can access a multitude of services including: Mental Health Support, Problematic Substance Use Support, Housing Support, Education Support, Employment Support, Primary Care, Recreation Programs, Library Support and Family Counselling. It also houses peer services, outreach and system navigation services 
 
Youth counselling services 
 
Youth Coordinator (YC) - Personal, supportive counselling * service to help youth ages 12-25 manage relationships, set goals and make self-identified decisions 
a safe space for youth to converse about personal and social issues including: mental health, bullying, family problems, education, and employment-related concerns 
employment support: help to find summer and part-time jobs, and volunteer work; prepare for job interviews, help preparing resume/cover letter; and help with skills/career development 
 
 
Youth Outreach Worker (YOW) * service for hard to reach youth ages 12-21 and their families 
raises awareness of available community services 
engages youth in community programs and refer them to appropriate services 
strengthens partnerships among organizations that serve youths 
 
 
Clinical Youth Outreach Worker (CYOW) 
 
The CYOW helps “hard-to-reach” youth ages 12-21 and their families connect with services in Peel Region related to mental health issues. The CYOW provides one-on-one counselling and support services to youth, focusing on immediate needs and referring to long-term support services in the community. Through this form of support, the CYOW will work with youth to improve their mental health and well-being
Hours Office hours: Mon- Fri 10am-5:30pm
Eligibility Youth ages 12-21 for the Youth Outreach Worker and the Clinical Youth Outreach Worker Programs 
Youth ages 12-25 for the Youth Coordinator Program
Fees None
Languages English ; Tamil ; Urdu