About McMan:
At McMan South we work collectively to reshape lives. Whether they are the lives of individuals we work for or the lives of the bright and talented employees we work with – we focus on human connection. Our staff are specialized professionals with diverse backgrounds and experience who enjoy a positive organizational culture. We believe that by treating our employees well, in a healthy and safe environment, they will feel empowered to help our service participants to the best of their ability.
About the position:
Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor and in conjunction with the program team, the Youth Worker is responsible for overseeing one youth. Generally, the Youth Worker is responsible for overall case management and case co-ordination activities of their youth, within the parameters of the program. The Youth Worker may also be responsible for delivering basic care, competency development, recreational services to the youth in the program. The Youth Worker in this position is comfortable addressing aggressive behaviors and personal care needs.
We are looking for a Part-Time Youth Worker for our Personalized Community Care Programs in Lethbridge.
Schedule: Thursday through Sunday, 3pm-11pm
Here is how you will contribute as a Youth Worker:
- Establish helping relationships with youth and their support networks.
- Support the team environment.
- Create positive interactions to enhance adaptive functioning, social skills, recreational opportunities, self-regulation skills, life-skills, and connection to the community for youth with significant disabilities.
- Demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of intervention resources and methods.
- Provide youth with guidance to assist them in addressing problem situations and/or behaviors.
Here’s what we have to offer:
- Hourly range: $22.76-26.63 per hour (based on your education and experience).
- Extensive group benefits package including vision, dental and prescription drug coverage, and immediate access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- A 100% Employer-Contributed Pension
- Starting with three weeks of vacation, offering a flexible schedule, and access to 12 personal days off per year, the organization encourages a work/life balance.
Here’s what you need to get an interview:
- Child & Youth Care Diploma, Social Work, Criminal Justice diploma/degree, or degree in a similar human services field.
- Six months’ experience in family and youth work; two years’ experience preferred.
- Six months’ experience working with complex needs and aggressive behaviors.
- Strong counselling, program planning, organizational and communication skills.
- Experience in building relationships with community resources.
- Knowledge of existing community resources and understanding of issues related to youth.
- Strong documentation and assessment skills.
- Strong computer skills (MS Office)
- Current Standard First Aid CPR Level C Certificate or CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid Certificate
- Clear Child Intervention Record Check, dated within the past six months.
- Clear Police Information Check with vulnerable sector dated within past six months.
- A valid Canadian Class 5 Driver’s License with 3 years of driving experience, Driver’s Abstract, and use of reliable vehicle with $2M Third Party Liability insurance.
To apply please upload your cover letter and resume to Indeed. This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.76-$26.63 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you have a current Standard First Aid CPR Level C Certificate or CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid Certificate?
- Can you confirm that you have been driving for 3 years with a Canadian Class 5 Driver's License, and that your 3-year Driver's Abstract will have less than six (6) demerits?
Education:
Work Location: In person
