Youth Care Worker- Casual
- North Battleford, SK, Canada
Per diem
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Description
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth? Do you have a heart full of compassion and a spirit ready to inspire? If so, we want YOU to join our team!
About Us:
We are a community-focused organization dedicated to supporting and empowering youth. Our goal is to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where young people can thrive and reach their full potential.
What You'll Do:
Provide day-to-day care, support and therapeutic intervention to youth in a residential setting.
Develop and implement engaging activities that promote personal growth, cultural awareness, and community involvement.
Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere where every young person feels valued and respected.
Collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals to create individualized care plans.
Be a role model and mentor, guiding youth through life's challenges and celebrating their successes.
Other tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
Post-secondary Education in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is considered an asset.
Previous experience working with youth in a care or support role.
Understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and issues affecting Indigenous communities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with youth, families, and team members.
Ability to build trusting relationships, show empathy, and provide emotional support.
Ability to handle challenging situations calmly and find constructive solutions.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
Valid First Aid/CPR Level C Certification
Recent Criminal record check with a vulnerable sector screening.
Valid Class 5, Novice 2, or Higher Drivers License
Note: All costs associated with interviewing and/or relocation are the responsibility of the applicant.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Youth Care Worker at Eagle's Nest Youth Ranch will look after young people day to day in a residential home, run activities that help them grow, and act as a positive role model and mentor. They will also help build care plans with the team.
Requirements
Candidates need experience working with youth in a care or support role, an understanding of Indigenous cultures, and strong communication skills. A valid First Aid/CPR Level C certificate, a recent criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening, and a valid Class 5 or Novice 2 driver's licence are required.
Skills
- Youth care
- Residential care
- Therapeutic intervention
- Individualized care planning
- Mentoring
- Crisis de-escalation
- Relationship building
- Emotional support
- Activity planning
- Indigenous cultural awareness
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- First Aid
- CPR
Categories
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Education
Keywords
- youth care worker
- child and youth care
- residential care
- youth support
- mentoring
- care plans
- Indigenous cultures
- First Aid
- CPR
- vulnerable sector check
- per diem
- casual
- group home
- youth ranch
- therapeutic intervention
- behaviour support
Seniority
Entry level
Licences and certifications
- First Aid/CPR Level C
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Child and Youth Care
- Social Work
- Psychology