Therapeutic Foster Care (North) - Cold Lake/Lac La Biche - Youth & Family Counsellor II

Therapeutic Foster Care (North) - Cold Lake / Lac La Biche - Youth & Family Counsellor II

Cold Lake, AB, Canada Req # Tuesday, November 21, Wood's Homes is a not-for-profit mental health centre based in Calgary, with locations across Alberta.

Our mission is to build good mental health and well-being so everyone can thrive in their community. Are you a passionate and dedicated individual interested in making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families?

Are you committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates diverse voices at every level?

Then we want you to join the Wood's Homes team.

Wood’s Homes is searching for one full-time Youth and Family Counsellor II to join our Therapeutic Foster Care Program (Cold Lake / Lac la Biche).

Wood’s Homes Therapeutic Foster Care Program addresses the need for a culturally informed therapeutic model in which the lived experiences of Indigenous children are paramount.

The Program considers cultural knowledge to be the foundation upon which family-based care is built.

Role Summary :

Reporting to the Management of Wood's Homes as determined by each program, the Youth & Family Counsellor is the primary worker with children, youth and families, normally on rotating shifts that provide coverage twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, and is a contributing member of a team providing service to children, youth and families within a structured setting.

The Youth & Family Counsellor will demonstrate due diligence in being Exceptional in the delivery of high-quality services and in meeting the requirements of the Health and Safety Management System at Wood’s Homes.

Wood’s Homes pays a shift premium of three dollars ($3.00) per hour for all hours worked between 11 : 00 pm - 7 : 00 am.

Responsibilities :

• Implementing and maintaining a structured setting fostering the development of personal and social functioning for each client.
• Participates actively in supervisory meetings, team meetings, and retreats, planning sessions, and designated in-service training.
• Is responsible for a variety of therapeutic responsibilities for particular children, youth, and their families. In combination with relevant case management, these responsibilities include attendance at case conferences, involvement in intervention strategies, consultations, school meetings, doctor’s appointments, family meetings, etc.
• Maintains the upkeep of the living space of the program and ensures the provision of a program that fits the requirements of the Licensing Department.
• Is responsible for a variety of tasks associated with program functioning including meal preparation, cleaning, and transportation of children, youth, and families.
• Executes other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualifications :

• Diploma / Undergraduate Degree in the Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Nursing, and minimum two to four years related experience.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Experience in working with young people preferred.
• Current proof of professional registration may be required for certain diplomas or degrees.
• Must have a class 5 driver’s license and own transportation.
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