The Kitimat Community Development Centre is a CARF accredited, non-profit organization that serves Kitimat and KitamaatVillage. We offer three streams of support services for families, children and adult services that support a fully inclusive and inviting environment.
Our mission is to serve and support people of all abilities to reach their personal potential, and to improve the quality of life for all members of our community.
Come and be apart of making an impact in our Kitimat Community!
Job Posting: Child and Youth Care Worker in Beautiful Northern BC
Our agency is expanding, and we are hiring for Child and Youth Care Workers
We are looking for a Child and Youth Care Worker to join our multi-disciplinary team to work with children birth – 19 years of age. The Child and Youth Care Worker would use family-centered, culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approaches to provide consultation, assessment, intervention and monitoring.
The position is permanent part-time.
We can offer you:
- Permanent part-time or full-time (dual employment)
- Flexibility and promote work/life balance
- A positive and supportive work environment
- Personal health days
- Extended health benefits
- Matching RRSP contributions
- Generous professional development budget
- Mentorship
- Competitive wages
- Small-town friendliness and easy access to outdoor activities (see below)
Job Purpose
Provide support and direct goal-oriented assistance to individual children and their families. This contract is funded by the Ministry for Children and Family Development.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the Child and Youth Care worker consists of, but are not limited to the following:
- Meet with clients on scheduled session dates and carry out scheduled plans from the service plan
- To communicate effectively with children, families, and the KCDC team
- Write progress notes, service plans, and reports as needed
- Consult with Program Manager monthly regarding client progress
- Participate as required in service plan and staff meetings
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Manager
Qualifications
- Certificate or Diploma in Human Service Worker, Child and Youth Care, Therapeutic Recreation or equivalent
- Valid class 5 driver’s license and vehicle to meet CDC policy standards
- Basic First Aid
- Completed Criminal Record Check
Demonstrated ability:
- Facilitate groups
- Knowledge of community resources for children and youth
- Experience working with neurodiverse children and youth
- Sensitivity and understanding of local cultures
- To communicate effectively with children, families, and the KCDC team
- To carry out goals written in the client’s service plan
- To write detailed reports on steps taken to achieve goals during sessions
- To be reliable with clients and hand reports in by their due date
- To attend meetings as requested by the programs manager
- To recognize own limitations and consult, refer, or delegate where appropriate
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
- Ability to work flexible hours; some weekends and evenings
How to apply:
Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter through Indeed.
Closing Date: Open until filled
While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Please note the selected candidate will be required to submit to a Criminal Records Check.
Kitimat and the Kitimat CDC
Are you looking for a relaxed lifestyle with shorter commutes and unlimited access to the outdoors? A true Pacific Northwest town, Kitimat offers outdoor recreation for all seasons- hiking, skiing, mountain biking, fishing, and more! Embrace a work-life balance with flexible schedules, nearby amenities, and affordable housing in town. Additionally, Kitimat CDC offers relocation bonuses and healthcare professionals may qualify for the provincial student loan forgiveness program. Located on the unceded traditional territory of the Haisla people we are surrounded by natural beauty. Come discover more about your Kitimat adventure at https://kitimatbound.ca/