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Child and Youth Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Kitchener, Canada Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region Full time

**Hey you** Yes, you Do you desire a community that is free from violence and abuse in any of its forms? Do you have a genuine passion to support women and children move beyond violence? Do you possess a feminist philosophy and have an understanding of an anti-oppressive framework? Then we just might have the opportunity for you Keep reading.

**Let’s start with the general details**

**Position**: Child and Youth Support Worker

**Location**: Kitchener (Anselma House) and Cambridge (Haven House)

**Status**: Currently two open positions - 1 Full-Time Permanent and 1 Full-Time 12-18 month contract

**Hourly Wage**: $26.13 per hour as outlined in the UNIFOR Local 302 Collective Agreement

So, how do we define a **Child and Youth Support Worker**? The main buckets of work will include;
- Develop and deliver all programs in the best interest of the children
- Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, referrals and/or information regarding child related matters
- Provide children with appropriate safety planning strategies to address safety and security needs
- Conduct program intake and ongoing assessments of children and their mothers
- Develop attainable and measurable individual plans for children (while residing at the shelter and preparing for discharge), monitor successful achievement of plans and complete necessary documentation.
- Child and Youth Worker Diploma, Post-Secondary education in Child Development Studies, Early Childhood Education, and/or equivalent.
- Minimum of one-year related experience, two to three years preferred.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of violence against women and their children.
- Must possess strong clinical assessment experience.
- Thorough knowledge of the developmental needs of children and adolescents.
- Knowledge of child development, and the effects upon children who have been exposed to domestic violence.
- Thorough knowledge of attachment and early child development.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of woman abuse and child abuse, child trauma, child development, parenting, dating violence and crisis intervention and the effects they have on women and children.
- Experience working with young children and their caregivers.
- Experience developing and leading children’s programs.
- Previous experience in substance abuse and mental health assessments.
- Strong knowledge of feminism and understanding of diversity, Anti-racism and Anti-oppression - cross-cultural perspective and awareness.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- The ability to travel between our locations in Kitchener and Cambridge is a requirement.

The following would be **assets**:

- Previous experience working in a residential setting.
- Experience working with interpreters.
- Valid First Aid/CPR-C Certificate.
- Ability to speak in two or more languages.

We do also have some **general employment eligibility requirements**:

- Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccinations

**Okay so this role feels like the perfect fit for you. Great Now what about the organization?**

**Who Are We?** Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region (WCSWR**) provides emergency shelter to women and children experiencing domestic violence. We operate two shelters: Anselma House in Kitchener and Haven House in Cambridge. Our facilities operate on a 24/7 basis, **and we pride ourselves in being more than shelter*. We also offer a robust region-wide outreach support program which supports families who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence. We believe that everyone deserves to live a life free from abuse.

*WCSWR supports women, transgender and gender-diverse individuals.

**So, the job is a fit, the work is meaningful, what about the culture?** **What Makes WCSWR a great place to work?**
- A team of staff that are passionate about the cause and about helping others (strong values alignment.)
- A culture of encouragement and celebration.
- Leaders that are committed to continuous improvement and listen to and act on feedback.
- A supportive working environment committed to continuous learning and growth.
- Internal programs committed to staff wellness, engagement and development.
- Generous total rewards package (health benefits, RRSP, paid time off, etc.)

**Make a difference while building your career with WCSWR, voted Waterloo Region’s #1 Not-For Profit By “The Community Edition”**

**As excited about this opportunity as we are?**

Please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting why you are excited about this opportunity. Please also let us know which of the two open positions you are interested in or indicate if interested in both.