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Brampton, Canada Caithkin Treatment Foster Homes Full time

**About Caithkin Treatment Foster Homes**

Caithkin Treatment Foster Homes is a licensed foster care placement agency dedicated to providing comprehensive support to children and youth referred by Children's Aid and Mental Health agencies. At Caithkin, we are committed to helping both children and young adults by placing them in safe, nurturing homes where they can thrive. Our goal is to connect each client with compassionate foster families who provide the stability, care, and sense of belonging they need to grow and succeed.

We go beyond placement by offering therapeutic services tailored to the individual needs of each client, ensuring they receive the emotional and developmental support necessary for their well-being. Our team also works closely with Treatment Support Workers (TSWs) to provide additional assistance when needed, helping foster parents and clients navigate challenges with confidence and care. Through personalized matches, comprehensive support, and therapeutic resources, Caithkin creates opportunities for children and young adults to build brighter futures and be the best they can be.

**Child and Youth Worker Role**

We are seeking a compassionate Child and Youth Worker to join our team at Caithkin Treatment Foster Homes. In this role, you will provide essential support to our clients in foster care, helping them navigate their daily challenges and fostering their emotional well-being in a safe and structured environment.

A great Child and Youth Worker will be a highly organized, team player, who enjoys working with children and being a positive role model for young adults, leading by example with a positive attitude. The person in this role will also have excellent skills in navigating conflict, overcoming client behavioural obstacles, and supporting clients in crisis when needed.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Work with the service team including Resource Workers and Foster Parents to identify assigned clients needs and goals.
- Corresponding with Resource Workers and Foster Parents providing regular updates to the team.
- Provide one on one support to clients in the foster home or in the community.
- Advocate on client’s behalf and facilitate self-advocacy to community supports and partners.
- Based on client’s abilities, teach independence in daily living tasks including meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and community outings.
- Teach healthy dependence for clients with ASD, FASD, developmental disabilities, and/or other various behavioral and mental health diagnosis.
- Document and maintain records including submitting Treatment Support Worker Reports
- Administer medication and attend medical appointments as required.
- Provide transportation and support for clients to community outings and appointments as required.
- Nonviolent crisis intervention as required.
- Collaborate with other staff members to implement effective care strategies.

Direct Support Service in Foster Homes and Community:

- Provide day to day support to clients within the foster home or in the community including supervision, programming, and coaching.
- Work with Resource Worker and Foster Parent to provide programming with learning opportunities while utilizing agency and community resources.

Administration:

- Complete documentation as required, including Treatment Support Worker Reports.
- Confirm hours in the online scheduler for pay each week.
- Submit mileage reports with details of each drive weekly.

**Any other duties as assigned**

**Qualification and Experience**
- Child and Youth Worker Diploma, SSW Diploma, DSW Diploma or other equivalent diploma/degree.
- Must have at minimum of 6 months’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or behavioural diagnosis.
- Ability to undergo a Broad Record Check upon hire.
- G drivers License required.
- CPR First Aid
- AED Level C certification.
- Experience in caregiving or support roles, preferably within a therapeutic or residential setting.
- Knowledge of mental health issues and developmental disabilities is an asset.

**Core Competencies**
- Problem Solving.
- Detail Oriented.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Multi-tasking and good time management.
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing environments
- Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with other employees effectively.
- Highly motivated and able to follow instructions with mínimal supervision.
- De-escalation and crisis intervention skills.
- Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

**Working Conditions**
- Rotating shift work is required, no set schedule.
- 12 hour shifts may be required.
- Weekends required.
- Using personal vehicle for client transportation is required, with mileage being reimbursed.
- Lifting and moving objects up to 45lbs may also be required at times.
- Smart Casual dress.
- Participation in required training and professional development if needed.

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