Youth Worker

1 week ago

Amherst, Canada MacDonald People Resources Full time

**Job Summary**
We are seeking a compassionate, creative and dedicated individuals to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and engaging with children and young adults with complex needs. Your primary focus will be to create a safe and nurturing environment that fosters personal growth, social skills, and educational development. This position requires a strong commitment to empowering youth and helping them achieve their full potential.

**Responsibilities**
- Provide guidance and support to children and young adults in various settings, including educational programs and community activities.
- Provide care and programming for children and youth in the care of the Minister of Community Services or Mi’kmaw Family & Children’s Services, with moderate to severe emotional and trauma
- Foster positive relationships with youth, encouraging their participation in group activities and discussions.
- Educate youth about life skills, social interactions, and personal development.
- Maintain accurate records of progress and participate in regular evaluations of program effectiveness.
- Being part of a team that provides a caring and safe environment for children and youth who may require assistance with self regulation, conflict resolution and developing skills needed for healthy relationships.

**Requirements**:

- Experience working with children or young adults.
- Completion of a 2 year diploma (Child & Youth Care Worker, Social Services, ECE) from a provincially approved post-secondary institution or a bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with youth and collaborate with team members.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with young people from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining attention to detail.
- A commitment to creating an inclusive environment that respects the dignity of all individuals.
- required diplomas/degrees
- clear Police Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector)
- clear Child Abuse Registry Check
- valid Driver's License
- clear Driver's Abstract
- A personal vehicle you can use for work with $2,000,000 third-party liability coverage
- Standard First Aid/CPR certification
- Food Safety of Food Handler's certificate

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of youth and possess the necessary skills for this rewarding role, we encourage you to apply

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 - 48 per week

**Experience**:

- Youth care: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

  • Youth Care Worker

    7 days ago

    Amherst, Canada MacDonald People Resources Full time

    MacDonald People Resources operates child and youth caring programs that are completely dedicated to the safety and security for the children and youth in our care. We recognize the young people we support have experienced traumatic life events and we will provide them with an environment in which they can develop healthy relationships and can grow and...

  • Youth Care Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada MacDonald People Resources Full time

    MacDonald People Resources operates child and youth caring programs that are completely dedicated to the safety and security for the children and youth in our care. We recognize the young people we support have experienced traumatic life events and we will provide them with an environment in which they can develop healthy relationships and can grow and...

  • Youth Care Worker

    2 days ago

    Amherst, Canada MacDonald People Resources Full time

    MacDonald People Resources operates child and youth caring programs that are completely dedicated to the safety and security for the children and youth in our care. We recognize the young people we support have experienced traumatic life events and we will provide them with an environment in which they can develop healthy relationships and can grow and...

  • Youth Care Worker

    4 days ago

    Amherst, Canada MacDonald People Resources Full time

    MacDonald People Resources operates child and youth caring programs that are completely dedicated to the safety and security for the children and youth in our care. We recognize the young people we support have experienced traumatic life events and we will provide them with an environment in which they can develop healthy relationships and can grow and...

  • Child and Youth Care Worker

    5 days ago

    Amherst, Canada MacDonald People Resources Full time

    **Youth Care Worker - Job Overview** As a Youth Care Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the safety, development, and well-being of children and youth with complex emotional, behavioural, and social needs. Working within a trauma-informed, client-centered framework, you will provide supervision, mentorship, and care in a structured...

  • Child and Youth Care Worker

    2 days ago

    Amherst, Canada MacDonald People Resources Full time

    **Youth Care Worker - Job Overview** As a Youth Care Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the safety, development, and well-being of children and youth with complex emotional, behavioural, and social needs. Working within a trauma-informed, client-centered framework, you will provide supervision, mentorship, and care in a structured...

  • Child and Youth Care Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada MacDonald People Resources Full time

    Youth Care Worker – Job OverviewAs a Youth Care Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the safety, development, and well-being of children and youth with complex emotional, behavioural, and social needs. Working within a trauma-informed, client-centered framework, you will provide supervision, mentorship, and care in a structured setting.Key...

  • Casual Child and Youth Care Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Mullins House Full time

    **Terms of Employment**: Casual position(s) **Shifts**: Shift Work - 8 and/or 12 hour shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends) Location: Amherst, NS **Nature of Position**: Youth Care Workers are responsible for administering approved treatment plans and providing care to residents (ages 9 and older) in care of the Minister of Community Services....

  • Child and Youth Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Amherst, NS BH Z, Canada MacDonald People Resources Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a compassionate, creative and dedicated individuals to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and engaging with children and young adults with complex needs. Your primary focus will be to create a safe and nurturing environment that fosters personal growth, social skills, and educational development....

  • Youth Health Centre Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    **Req ID**:187295** **Location**:Northern** Zone, Oxford Regional Education Centre** **Department**:PH HC Youth Health NZ** **Type of Employment**:Temporary** **Hourly PT long-assignment** (**0.42%**) x **1** **Healthcare** P**osition** **Posting Closing Date**:9-Sep-24** Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with...