Relief Cycp

7 months ago


Hamilton, Canada Lynwood Charlton Centre Full time

Lynwood Charlton Centre is looking for **numerous **energetic, caring and passionate Residential Child and Youth Care Practitioners - Relief, who can jump in and be a part of the dynamic team who supports our Forest Ave Intensive out of home Programs to join our team.

Working under the direction of the Manager of the applicable Program the Residential Child and Youth Care Practitioner is responsible for the provision of day-to-day care and utilizing best practice and following evidence informed treatment plans with children/youth in a residential environment. The Residential Child and Youth Care Practitioner will develop effective relationships with the Child/youth, caregivers/guardians and service providers in the community.

**What we Offer**
- $21.18/hour + 4% Vacation pay
- Opportunity for permanent employment
- Flexible schedule
- Employee assistance program
- Onsite parking, casual dress, and a fantastic team of co-workers
- Providing individual counselling to children/youth
- Support and provide advocacy for the child/youth and family

**Experience/Skills Required**
- Diploma in CYC, Developmental Service Worker or Equivalent completed or in progress with commitment for completion, and/or educational equivalent from recognized community college or a BA in a related field
- Experience working with children and youth in a treatment and/or residential setting
- Knowledge of Child and Youth Mental health
- First aid Certification
- SMG Crisis Intervention Training
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check required.

Up-to-date immunizations and full medical clearance required

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $21.18 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person