Residential Youth Worker

4 days ago

Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada Wiidookodaadiwin Services Full time

Residential Youth Worker

Job Types: Full-Time, Part-Time, Casual

Shift: 24-Hour (Live-In)

Wage: $355–$455 per shift

About Wiidookodaadiwin Services

Wiidookodaadiwin Services provides live-in care for children and youth across British Columbia. We are committed to trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and compassionate support. Our team works closely with families, communities, and partners to help young people reconnect with their strengths, identities, and cultural roots.

What You'll Do

  • Support children and youth with assessments, goal setting, and long-term planning
  • Teach life skills, social skills, and healthy routines through modelling and daily activities
  • Ensure safety and well-being in a staffed residential setting
  • Provide trauma-informed counselling using evidence-informed approaches
  • Offer emotional support, coping strategies, and crisis intervention (including non-violent physical intervention when required)
  • Maintain communication between the group home, school, family, and community supports
  • Assist with hygiene, meals, and medication administration following agency guidelines
  • Complete accurate documentation (logbooks, activity notes, incident reports, etc.)
  • Help with daily household tasks—cooking, cleaning, and creating a safe, welcoming home
  • Accompany youth to appointments, activities, and community outings

What You Bring

  • A relevant two-year diploma, or a comparable mix of education and experience
  • Knowledge of attachment-based, relationship-focused, and trauma-informed practices
  • At least two years of experience in social or human services (or equivalent)
  • Strong documentation and computer skills
  • Clear and professional verbal/written communication
  • Reliable transportation and a valid BC driver's licence (or equivalent)
  • Clean driving abstract
  • FOODSAFE Level 1
  • First Aid Level 1 with CPR
  • Approved Criminal Record Check through the Centralized Screening HUB
  • Experience supporting vulnerable populations or behavioural challenges is an asset

Benefits

  • Extended Health Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company vehicle while on shift
  • Meals provided during shift
  • Paid vacation

How to Apply

Apply online at

or email your resume and cover letter to

Our Commitment to Diversity

Wiidookodaadiwin Services Ltd. is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage Indigenous applicants and deeply value the cultural knowledge, lived experiences, and strengths they bring to our team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $355.00-$455.00 per day

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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