Child & Youth Worker, Long Term Occasional Positions

1 week ago


Quinte Shores East Northumberland County amp Prince Edward County Picton, Canada Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board Full time
Job Opportunity

At the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board, we are guided by a strong system of values that promote dignity and respect for every individual. We believe diversity makes us stronger and are committed to removing barriers and creating a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming to people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, and abilities.

Job Title:

Child & Youth Worker

Job Posting Number: CUPE#2425-068-CYW.LTO

Eligibility: This position is open to all CUPE employees. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement for CUPE local 1479 to permanent internal candidates. Temporary employees will have their applications considered prior to external applicants.

Full Time Equivalent: 1.0 FTE, Long Term Occasional Assignments

2 positions

St. John XXII Catholic School & St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School, Kingston

St. Joseph Catholic School, Belleville & St. Gregory Catholic School, Picton

Assignment: Effective immediately up to June 27, 2025 Working 7 hours a day, 5 days a week

About the ALCDSB

The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board serves approximately 12,000 students, employs over 1,400 full-time equivalent staff, and covers a geographical area of more than 16,000 square kilometers (Whitney in the North, Picton in the South, Trenton in the West, and Kingston in the East). The ALCDSB builds faith-filled learning communities where each member is loved, inspired, and successful.

Position Summary

The Child & Youth Worker position addresses the social, emotional and behavioural needs of students with their families and the school community. A key component to the role of Youth Worker in ALCDSB is the ability to build and model healthy, positive relationships and to develop rapport within the school community. The work supports school based mental health promotion and whole school programming for student well-being. The needs are identified by students, parents, administration, teaching and support staff and outside agencies. The Child & Youth Worker offers support to individual students, groups or classrooms to develop skills and strategies that support engagement in their learning environment.

Qualifications

A graduate of the Child and Youth Care Program or Behavioural Psychology or Behavioural Science;

Consideration may be given to a graduate of Bachelor of Arts in Sociology or Psychology with equivalent work-related experience;

Youth Workers will require two to three years’ previous age-related experience with children and families, preferably in an educational setting;

Valid Ontario Driver’s License;

Excellent ability to organize and manage a diverse caseload within multiple sites and to be self-directed in time management for planning purposes;

Ability to function as a member of a team and to develop leadership skills;

Advocacy, Mediation and Conflict Resolution skills;

Proven ability to work within a highly confidential environment;

Proven ability to be punctual and dependable with own attendance;

Computer literate, knowledge and ability to work with the latest programs supplied by Board;

Excellent knowledge of job related legislation, board policies, protocols and resource documents;

Proven excellent ability to work with sensitivity in a highly demanding area;

Excellent knowledge of community resources and referral processes

The following would be considered assets:

Ontario Attendance Counsellor Certification

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training

SafeTALK Training

Violence Threat Risk Assessment Level 1

BMS Training

Crisis Prevention Training

The Board is seeking candidates who demonstrate the following core competencies: Communication

Shares and receives information and ideas in a variety of ways and adapts to the needs of the audience to ensure the message is understood. Innovation

Creates, develops and implements new processes or services with the aim of improving the learning community for all. Interpersonal Relations

Displays characteristics and personal attributes that enhance communication and interactions. Establishes and maintains harmonious professional relationships by demonstrating respect and sensitivity to all.

Leadership

Motivates groups of people, while maximizing the efforts of others to achieve a common goal. Planning and Organization

Plans, organizes and coordinates time, resources and tools to meet established goals. Professional Integrity

Models strong ethical or moral principles and always follows them, regardless of who is present.

System Thinking

Sees, acknowledges and contributes to the shared mission and vision of the Board. Approaches all work done within ALCDSB as being part of a larger system that is inter-related with strategic plans. Understands that work done in one part of ALCDSB impacts a variety of groups inside and outside of the Board.

What we offer

Extensive benefits; health, drug, vision, dental, and health care spending account

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Staff Wellness resources

Ongoing learning and career growth

Application and Requirements Applicants will only be accepted through Apply to Education.

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must provide a Criminal Background Check (CBC) with vulnerable sector screening current within six months of date of hire. In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (A.O.D.A.) we will make the necessary accommodations for applicants who require accommodations. Please contact the Human Resources Department by email work@alcdsb.on.ca to make an accommodation request. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by Human Resources.

While we thank all those who have applied, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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