Youth Care Practitioner - Independent Living with Supports, Thompson, MB

The Link is hiring! Come grow with Us, walk alongside people in our community as we grow strong & resilient together. We are seeking candidates with strong character that share our vision for a brighter future; people of action who can support the resilience and potential in people. We honor and strive to model through our actions the traditional Seven Teachings of the Anishinabek : Love, Respect, Courage, Honesty, Wisdom, Humility & Truth.

SUMMARY

Youth Care Practitioner (YCP) in the Independent Living with Supports (ILS) Program is expected to provide ongoing, culturally sensitive care and mentorship to young people living independently, while adhering to organizational policies and procedures. A major focus of the work is to always be a positive role-model and to assist the participants in a manner that encourages them to reach their agreed upon goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transport youth to and from appointments (medical & other), to pay bills, to and from the grocery store.
• Provide direction, support and participation in daily chores.
• Helping young people develop and implement household routines
• Record keeping and report writing as required, including monthly reports
• Ensuring that all receipts for items purchased with company funds are forwarded to the program supervisor
• Provide first aid interventions as required
• Works as part of a team to ensure consistency in the youth’s experiences with The Link
• Spend one-on-one time with the youth
• Identify and assist with life skills development
• Active involvement with the youth in family and community
• Encourage and participate in cultural activities
• Assist in developing and implementing plans for special occasions such as birthdays or holidays
• Helping youth with meal planning, grocery shopping and cooking
• Adhere to and encourage safe food handling, cooking and clean up
• Teach the youth budgeting and shopping techniques
• Assist with the maintenance and cleanliness of the office space and the vehicles
• Report damage or concerns with the building and vehicles to the program supervisor
• Assist with all procedures and routines related to health and safety of staff and youth
• Advocate for a healthy and safe environment for young people
• Participate in the assignment of any other job-related tasks as requested by the supervisor or manager

EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

SALARY RANGE

$18.00 per hour plus a Northern Allowance.

HOURS OF WORK

Full-time - 40 hours per week with variety of shifts including days, evening, weekends, or holidays.

NUMBER OF VACANCIES

More than 1 position available

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must demonstrate in their resume and cover letter how they meet the requirements of the position. Please submit a cover letter and resume (in word or PDF).

WORK LOCATION

Thompson, Manitoba

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. If you are contacted by The Link regarding a job opportunity, please know that you are welcome to request accommodation at any point in the process. All information received regarding accommodations will be kept confidential.

The Link is an equal opportunity employer, Indigenous people, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Link is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For further information about our other employment and volunteer opportunities please visit https : / / thelinkmb.easyapply.co /

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