child and youth worker

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Work site environment

• Child welfare
• Education or training
• Odours
• Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)
• Early intervention programming for at-risk youth
• Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Programs dealing with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Work setting

• Group home
• Work in employer's / client's home

Tasks

• Administrative and office activities
• Perform administrative tasks
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
• Housekeeping activities
• Food preparation
• Resolve conflict situations
• Supervise children's visits with parents to ensure their safety
• Implement behaviour management programs
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Emergency child care first aid and CPR
• Mandt System training
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Target audience

• Aboriginal groups
• Adolescents
• Children

Computer and technology knowledge

• Electronic mail
• MS Office

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently a student?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

• Early morning

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Shift
• Flexible hours
• Morning
• Night
• On call
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available