Child and Youth Care Worker

Hollyburn Family Services, recognized as a Great Place to Work**Canada, embodies a commitment to serve, nurture, honor, and lead. We are a dedicated and compassionate** Full-Time**Adult, Youth, Child Worker to join our team in** Coquitlam**. Reporting to the Program Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the health and well-being of residents in our transitional and supportive therapeutic home for indigenous youth. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals with varying needs, fostering a positive and nurturing environment, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote growth and success.
**Qualifications**

- **Education**: Minimum two-year diploma, or equivalent education and experience in attachment-based parenting and relationship-based interventions (trauma-informed practice).
- **Experience**: Proven experience working with individuals with support needs, including behavioural and attachment challenges.
- **Certifications**: First Aid and CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) (we will train those who require these certifications)
- **Skills**:

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in strategy development, mediation, counseling, advocacy, community networking, and life skills management.
- Knowledge of adult and youth care approaches, service plan development, and applicable legislation/regulations.

- Must be 19 years of age or older
- Proof of COVID-19 double vaccination record or exemption from the provincial health authority
- Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License
- _ Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry_

**Key Responsibilities**

- **Resident Support**:

- Participate in assessments, goal setting, and progress evaluation for assigned individuals.
- Complete and maintain required documentation, including intake forms, progress reports, and discharge reports.
- Maintain open, authorized communication with families and professionals involved.
- Implement and update behaviour support plans in collaboration with the Program Manager.
- Ensure individuals’ safety, well-being, and physical needs are met, including personal hygiene and medical/dental care.

- **Program Home Maintenance**:

- Maintain the home to health and safety standards.
- Prepare and provide nutritious meals, accommodating dietary restrictions.
- Support individuals in completing household chores and life skills development.

- **Community Engagement**:

- Drive and accompany individuals to school, medical appointments, and outings.
- Attend school meetings, case conferences, and community events.
- Educate and raise awareness about mental health in the community.

- **Recreational and Educational Activities**:

- Facilitate recreational and educational activities.
- Assist individuals in achieving success with routines, hygiene, and life skills.

- **Administrative Duties**:

- Maintain accurate reports, statistics, and daily activity logs.
- Manage daily petty cash during shifts.
- Attend program and staff meetings, as well as supervision and training sessions.

- **Team Collaboration**:

- Provide input into program development, house rules, policies, and care plans.
- Actively participate in team meetings and decisions.
- Build positive working relationships with individuals, families, and professionals.

**Working Conditions**

- This role is based in program homes with an on-site work arrangement.
- **40 Hours/Week with shift times scheduled by program supervisor.**

**Because we know our team is our heart and our most important asset, we are excited to offer**:

- Hands-on, extensive, and continuous training
- Professional development and advancement within our ever growing organization
- 100% employer premium paid extended health, dental, vision care, and life insurance for you and your dependents
- Paid vacation, wellness days, and sick days
- Group RRSP matching of up to 6% of gross salary