Youth Care Workers

NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 42201

POSITION TYPE CASUAL (Must be available days, evenings, overnights, 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 :

• Child & Youth Care Diploma preferred. Experience working with children, at-risk and sexually exploited youth. Education of youth with addiction, substance abuse and trauma.
• Knowledge and appreciation of the Indigenous Culture, Traditions and Seven Sacred Teachings. Strong knowledge of the issues affecting our children, families, and communities.
• Knowledge of the impacts of colonization and intergenerational trauma.
• Have demonstrated leadership qualities and must be able to work independently and as a valued team member and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to conduct oneself in a professional capacity when dealing with all CFS Agencies or any other related external organizations.
• Organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills are necessary and possess a high level of advocacy skills.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be confident in decision making.
• Valid Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, and Prior Contact Check are required.
• Valid First Aid / CPR required.
• Valid Driver’s License an asset.
21 days ago