Child & Youth Care Worker
3 days ago
New Westminster Schools Career Opportunity
Child & Youth Care Worker
**Job Function**:
Reports directly to the Principal, or designate.
Supports students’ educational program through the direct supervision of student activities in the school, in the community and in conjunction with the family.
Assists teachers to support students with challenging behavior and/or mental health conditions (conduct disorders, aggression, violence, extreme behavior, withdrawal, anxiety, and “at risk behaviors).
Responsible to provide support in the areas of, crisis intervention, outreach, supervision, and parenting/family support when directed to do so.
Works in conjunction with School-Based Team to provide support for groups of students who experience social and emotional difficulties (anger management, self-esteem, friendship, social skills, conflict resolution, etc.).
Participates in students’ individual education plan meetings.
Ensures active on-going communication with counselors, teachers and principals.
Facilitates integrated case management and completes related reports when directed to do so.
Seeks advise and direction from the school principal or counselor, when unanticipated issues arise which are beyond the intended level of involvement with the student.
Other related duties as required.
**Qualifications**:
Bachelor’s Degree in Child and Youth Care Counselling or equivalent degree.
A minimum of 2 - 3 years recent full time experience working with at-risk students.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training.
Extensive experience in social skills curriculum and family dynamics, including child abuse and family violence.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and experience providing counselling referrals to appropriate resource agencies within and outside the District.
Ability to knowledgeably implement a wide range of therapeutic interventions.
Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.
Knowledge of basic First Aid.
Food Safe certification.
30 hours per week, Monday - Friday, while school is in session
**Application Process**:
School District No. 40 (New Westminster) is an equal opportunity employer. Successful Completion of a Criminal Record Search is a legislated requirement.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
About New Westminster Schools
The New Westminster School District has a rich tapestry of cultures, backgrounds, learning styles and needs. Together, we are a caring, inclusive, and committed learning community dedicated to supporting each of our unique learners so they will have the skills and competencies they need to be productive and successful citizens in a rapidly changing world.
The City of New Westminster sits in the centre of Metro Vancouver between the larger communities of Burnaby, Coquitlam, Surrey and Richmond. Despite its location, the city is relatively small and has retained a strong sense of history and community. The total population is approximately 70,000 and is expected to grow to 84,000 by 2021.
The student population is reflective of the city’s population, with a full range of social and cultural backgrounds forming a diverse presence in our schools.
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