Relief Youth Support Worker

5 days ago

Medicine Hat AB, Medicine Hat Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada Closer to Home Full-time

Support children and youth in Medicine Hat through structured routines, crisis management, and high levels of supervision across varied shifts.

Closer to Home Community Services seeks Relief Staff for its Community Group Home and Residential Program. You will work with professionals to support daily needs, skill development, school assistance, and safety. The work includes implementing treatment strategies and participating in meetings.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist children and youth with daily activities and routines
  • Maintain structured settings and foster relevant skill development
  • Manage crises and provide supervision to promote safety
  • Assist with school and implement treatment strategies
  • Respond to shift requests and accept three monthly shifts

Requirements:

  • Related diploma or degree preferred; education and experience considered
  • Trauma-informed, family-sensitive, and culturally responsive care experience
  • Availability for evenings, overnights, mornings, weekends, and holidays
  • Strong communication, organization, and crisis-management abilities
  • Class 5 license, vehicle, First Aid, and required checks

Bring compassionate supervision, therapeutic crisis support, and skill development experience to children and youth at CTH.