Child and Youth Worker
7 months ago
Accomodation Statement
Recreational Respite provides meaningful respite solutions through recreation support: 1:1 and group programs. The services are provided within an individuals’ home or in various community settings. Our team works with individuals who have disabilities, including mental health. We support children, youth, adults and older adults. Our team members are an integral part of our team at Recreational Respite. They possess a unique and skilled ability to respond to individualized needs, interests, strengths and abilities of the individuals we support.
*Experience as an Independent Contractor, is an asset.
RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to):
- Must be able to identify needs, abilities, strengths and interests and adapt programming on an individual basis with a strong additional focus on family and caregiver suppport
- Ongoing evaluation of recreation programming,
- Must have proven programming techniques to improve the physical, cognitive, emotional and social health, promoting connectivity and participation,
- Ensure to operate in compliance with the relevant policies and procedures of Recreational Respite.
SKILLS
- Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organization and the ability to work independently
- Possess strong documentation skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Current Standard and/or Emergency First Aid and CPR certification
- Vulnerable Sector check and clearance
- Reliable means of transportation is a must
EDUCATION:
- Diploma or Degree Therapeutic Recreation
- Diploma or Degree, Social Service Worker
- Diploma or Degree, Child and Youth Worker
**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 5 per week
**Salary**: $22.00-$25.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
- Clear VSC (required)
- CPR/First Aid (required)
Work Location: In person
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