Child and Youth Care Worker- Overnight

As a leading Children and Family Services Agency, CarePros provides Trauma-Informed Personalized Community Care and Therapeutic Foster Care placements to children and youth with complex behavioural and support needs. We focus on cultural connection, family reunification, and helping at-risk youth transition into adulthood.

CarePros is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's fastest growing companies and a champion of diversity:

- 2024 ASTech Award for Change Maker: Company
- 2024 Social Impact ScaleUp of the Year
- 2021-2024 The Globe and Mail Canada’s Top Growing Companies
- 2022 New Innovators List - People Leader (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)
- 2021 Canada's Safest Employer Awards
- 2020 Diversity Award of Distinction from Alberta Chambers of Commerce

We strive to promote a culture where our people care for the families we support, listen with compassion and humility, take accountability, champion diversity and collaboration, and drive positive change in our communities. Together as a team we aim to realize our mission of being a champion for the special needs of children and their families.

**The Opportunity**:
We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team as **Child and Youth Care Workers** in **Edmonton, Alberta and area.** In this role, you'll be pivotal in a group home setting, offering specialized care to children and youth with complex behavioral needs. What sets us apart? Our programs prioritize individualized care, creating a safe space for you to foster genuine connections with the youth under your wing. With guidance from a dedicated Program Supervisor, you'll embark on a rewarding journey of growth and impact at CarePros.

**Schedule**:

- Overnight, Awake (10:30pm-8am). **This is an awake shift position, meaning you are required to remain alert and awake for the duration of the shift.**

**Your Day to Day**:

- Establish a relationship to guide and support youth through mentorship, role modelling, and positive reinforcement
- Supervise children/youth at home and in the community
- Complete and maintain documentation of daily activities and observations
- Participate in the Care Team through the ongoing development of care plans and programs
- Perform routine general program responsibilities such as cleaning and organization

**CarePros Offers You**:

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

**What You Bring**:

- Direct experience working with youth with complex behavioural and mental health needs
- Knowledge of child and youth care mental wellness best practices
- Knowledge of effective home care processes and procedures
- Trauma Informed Care understanding and proven experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong technology and computer skills
- Completion of a Degree/Diploma in Child and Youth Care or Social Work is an asset
- Suicide prevention training is an asset
- Mental Health First Aid is an asset

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License
- Alberta 10-year Driver's Abstract (10 years driving experience is not required)
- Alberta auto insurance with $2-million liability coverage
- Valid Standard First Aid with CPR Level C + AED (two day in person training completed)
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check obtained within the last 6 months
- Intervention Record Check obtained from Children Services within the last 6 months
- Your own reliable four door vehicle to transport clients in

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