Youth Worker

2 weeks ago


Abbotsford, Canada Jasper Youth and Family Services Full time

**Job Overview**
We are looking for a team player with Leadership skills. Someone who is proactive, detail oriented and has a strong work ethic.

We do shifts that are between 48-72 hours in length. There may be the opportunity for longer shifts. This includes overnights and staff are given a private room to sleep in.

We are dedicated to learning about and promoting the ancestral roots of our youth.

We are dedicated to the pursuit of continual learning.

**Duties**
- Engage with youth in activities in the community, particularly cultural events.
- Provide educational support by assisting with homework and facilitating learning opportunities.
- Attend online workshops geared toward learning about working with youth who have experienced trauma and present with behavioral/mental health challenges.
- Create a safe and inclusive environment where children feel valued and respected.
- Documentation and report writing.
- Address behavioural issues with empathy and constructive guidance.
- Transport youth to and from appointments.
- Prepare meals, and perform housekeeping duties.
- Participate in opportunities to learn about Indigenous culture.

**Requirements**:

- Experience working with children in educational or recreational settings. Must be trauma informed.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Ability to educate and inspire young individuals through engaging activities.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to handle challenging situations calmly.
- Relevant certifications or training in youth development or education is a plus.
- The ability to work independently or as a team.
- Must own a reliable vehicle with a class 5 drivers license.
- Must complete a hub screening process.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people by providing them with the support they need to thrive

This is a subcontracted position.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

- English not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you trauma informed?
- Are you available to work overnight shifts? Minimum 48 hour shifts.

**Experience**:

- Experience with children: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence and own a reliable vehicle? (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-01


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