Child & Youth Support Workers

The Employer

A progressive, not for profit organization, OneSky has been serving the South Okanagan Similkameen for over five decades. Guided by our core belief that we’re all in this together, living under a single sky, our goal is to create a way forward for everyone. We champion and support individuals to reach their full potential, work to remove barriers and support individuals through a diverse range of services. OneSky values diversity, accessibility, respect, accountability, integrity, and collaboration.

We provide a competitive salary and a supportive, collaborative, and fun work environment. OneSky is a great place to work!

Nature of Position

We are seeking Child and Youth Support Workers to join the Child and Youth with Support Needs team to provide support on a casual, as needed basis. The successful applicant will receive direction and support from the CYSN Senior Worker and is required to provide in-home care and recreation experiences and to be an integral part of the Care Team. The care team operates from a child-centred approach, providing a circle of support for the youth and / or family. As members of the Care Team, the Child and Youth Support Workers ensure that clients’ physical, emotional, social, educational, and medical needs are met.

Qualifications

Applicants will ideally have :

• Post-secondary degree or certificate in a relevant discipline in the human / social service field or related experience
• Knowledge and skills in attachment safe approaches with children and youth.
• Experience in a similar care setting
• Knowledge and experience in successfully engaging in non-violent crisis intervention
• Experience working with children or youth behavioural interventions
• Criminal Record Clearance and a Ministry of Children and Family Development Security Clearance will be required prior to commencing employment
• A valid driver’s license