Child and Youth Care Specialist

2 weeks ago


Grande Prairie, Canada CarePros Full time
Transforming Lives with Compassion and Expertise

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team as Child and Youth Care Workers in Grande Prairie, Alberta. As a leading Children's Services Agency, Care Pros provides Trauma-Informed Personalized Community Care and Foster Care placements to children and youth with complex medical and behavioural diagnoses.

About the Role

In this pivotal role, you'll be working in a group home setting, offering specialized care to children and youth with complex behavioural needs. Our programs prioritize individualized care, creating a safe space for you to foster genuine connections with the youth under your wing.

You will establish relationships with youth through mentorship, role modelling, and positive reinforcement, while supervising children/youth at home and in the community. You will also complete and maintain documentation of daily activities and observations, participate in the Care Team through the ongoing development of care plans and programs, and perform routine general program responsibilities such as cleaning and organization.

Your Skills and Experience
  • Direct experience working with youth with complex behavioural and mental health needs is essential.
  • Knowledge of Child and Youth Care work and best practices is required.
  • Trauma Informed Care understanding and proven experience are mandatory.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, strong technology and computer skills, and completion of a Degree/Diploma in Child and Youth Care or Social Work are assets.
What We Offer

Care Pros offers a comprehensive compensation package, including a salary of approximately $65,000 per year, based on the location and industry standards.

We also offer Health, Dental, and Vision benefits, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Group RRSP matching after one year, Career growth opportunities and professional development support.



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