DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will undertake the responsibilities of a Youth Worker 1 as outlined in the Policies and Procedures Manual including but not limited to:
- Actively intervene with, and moderate non-productive thinking styles and behaviours based on a cognitive-behavioural approach that includes modelling, problem solving and cognitive restructuring.
- Undertaking and managing Primary Worker Duties for one or two clients.
- Some office duties including brief recording and reporting, typing, filing and organizing for the following days activities.
- Cooking, house clean-up, minor repairs and maintenance duties will be undertaken as part of each shift routine and on an as needed basis.
- Preparing organized, comprehensive, daily logs, and necessary reports, meeting Ministry requirement timelines .
- Accepting an active role in facilitating shift activities, planning and organizing group sessions, programming and conducting intake admission process.
- Developing professional relationships with community partners
- Other duties as chosen by or assigned to the employee which will assist in the effectiveness of programming.
- Committing to participating in training opportunities and engaging in the active development and improvement of the program.
- Development and implementation of program/treatment and management plans - goal setting, strategies for attainment of goals and promoting overall healthy living and success.
- file maintenance ensuring compliance with Ministry regulations and guidelines
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
- Familiarity with the Youth Criminal Justice Act and the Child Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) the legal system, and residential treatment service delivery.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and computer skills.
- Demonstrated interest and ability to work with young people, parents and guardians, and other community partners and resources.
- Willingness to work rotating shift schedule, attend staff meetings, and engage in required orientation and training.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A degree or diploma in a related field from an accredited University or College.
- Experience working with youth who are sexually abusive.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $39,999.00-$40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Education:
Experience:
- related: 1 year (preferred)
- children and youth care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Valid G driver's license (3 years or more) and insurable (preferred)
- Class G Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
