Youth Care Workers

POSITION TYPE CASUAL

Neecheewam Inc. has casual positions available at our 7 locations. These casual positions can often lead to part-time and full-time employment. The successful applicant must be available to work : Days, Evenings, O / N and Weekends.

Responsibilities / Duties :

• Aware of the whereabouts of all residents always, as per program dictates and policies.
• Assist with wake-up and bed-time routines.
• Manage and direct all daily program activities.
• Transport residents to appointments (medical & other) and any activities as required.
• Direction and participation in daily chores.
• Assist the residents in planning for recreational activities.
• Active involvement with residents in activities within the facility and in the community.
• Encourage and assist with individual resident interest in lessons in sports, music, or other endeavors.
• Assist in planning for meals and grocery shopping.
• Meal preparation-cooking and baking.
• Teaching the residents about nutrition and healthy eating habits.
• Participate at staff meetings and other meetings as requested.
• Review all provincial program and licensing standards and assist with their implementation in the program.
• Provide input into all documentation, record keeping and report writing as required.
• Involvement in learning opportunities and development of an attitude that promotes a relevance for learning in young people.
• Develop an attitude that promotes positive teamwork and exhibits a high degree of positive role-modeling for young people.

Key Qualifications Required :