Casual Youth Care Worker

2 days ago

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada HomeBridge Youth Society Full time $42,000 - $63,000 per year


Feed your passion for working with youth   

HomeBridge Youth Society offers an interdisciplinary approach to youth care in six facilities around the metro area as well as Bridges for Learning, an accredited school program. Youth between the ages of 12 and 18 experience therapeutic interventions, support, and opportunities with a focus on evidence-based approaches to stabilization, education and life skills.  Does this sound appealing to you?

We are currently looking for Youth Care Workers:

 Here's what you need to get an interview:

  • Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Diploma in Child and Youth Care from a recognized program (NSCC, Jane Norman College in NS), or the equivalent of experience and training may be considered. 
  • Experience working in the field of Child & Youth, specifically with children and youth with complex mental health and/or addictions issues. Past work with youth in a community based Youth-Caring setting is preferred.

 Skills and Abilities:

  • Working understanding of current Youth Care Practices
  • Awesome inter-personal, communication and organizational skills
  • An ability to connect with young people who are resistant to developing relationships
  • Teamwork and a desire to have fun at work
  • Open and willing to work shift work, including overnights, weekends and holidays
  • Valid certification in First Aid/CPR, (ASIST) Suicide Intervention, NVCI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, and Mental Health First Aid are considered assets

 What we can offer you:

  •  $21.00 an hour to start
  • Shift premium rates are applied on nights and weekends ($2.25 per hour on nights and weekends)
  • Employee and Family Assistance program available
  • Extra pay on statutory holidays if eligibility requirements are met
  • Rewarding work in a positive and ethical workplace
  • Flexibility with your schedule
  • Amazing training and professional development opportunities
  • Plenty of opportunities for advancement

Just so you are aware:

  • Applicants will be subject to a Child Abuse Registry Screen and Criminal Records Check with a vulnerable sector search
  • HomeBridge is a Unionized and Tobacco-Free environment
  • All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination prior to starting

We encourage applicants from indigenous people, black and other racially visible people, people with disabilities and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Please self-identify in your cover letter with relevant information

Drop us a resume and cover letter letting us know what you are interested in applying for.



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