Neurodiversity/youth Support Worker
6 months ago
**Neurodiversity/Youth Support Worker**
**(Full-Time Permanent Position)**
**Minimum qualifications, **ALL** **of which must be met in order to be considered for the position**:
- B.S.W. or B.A. in Child and Youth Care or demonstrated equivalent experience.
- Working knowledge of the Child, Family & Community Services Act (CFCSA) and all other legislation relevant to Child Protection work. Knowledge must be current, within the last two years.
- Knowledge of social work policies, procedures, ethics, principles and practice.
- Knowledge of Indigenous cultures and contemporary issues affecting Indigenous peoples, preferably Métis.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
- Excellent organizational, record-keeping and management skills.
- Proficiency in the use of computer software, including ability to create statistical reports in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
**Experience**:
- One to two years recent, and directly related, experience in family and child welfare, (depending upon degree), preferably in an indigenous organization; and
- One to two years recent, and directly related, experience in family and child welfare, (depending upon degree), preferably in an indigenous organization, working with children, youth and/or adults living with FASD and other similar neurodiverse conditions.
**Benefits**:
- Union membership (required).
- Vacation: Starting at 15 vacation days per year.
- Sick Leave: 12 sick days per year.
- Participation in a defined benefit pension plan with the Municipal Pension Plan.
- Medical Services Plan.
- Optional Extended Health & Dental benefits.
- Closed all statutory holidays.
**Location**:
- At the office of Island Métis Family & Community Services Society, located at 345 Wale Road, Victoria. Outreach work is expected.
This position requires union membership. Hourly rate is between $28.32 - $32.51 based on the JJEP Grid, Level 12. Normal schedule of work is 35 hours per week, performed Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with the schedule to be set in collaboration with management and based on program need.
In accordance with _Section 41 _of the _Human Rights Act, _preference may be given to persons of Métis ancestry. _This position is open to male and female and gender diverse applicants._
Complete Job Descriptions can be provided upon request.
This posting is open until the position is filled.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
**Salary**: $28.32-$32.51 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
**Benefits**:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
- B.S.W. or B.A. in Child and Youth Care or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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