Youth Worker I

3 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada WJS Canada Full time
In Your Role You Will

• Assist and support youth with developing and achieving personal goals.
• Teach and encourage age-appropriate life skills such as: communication, emotional well being, problem solving, cooking, cleaning, budgeting, being a positive role model, etc.
• Supervise and participate in programming and activities that promote social/emotional /physical development to build competence and self-worth and achieve personal goals.
• Ensure individuals basic needs are met (personal care, life skills and social/occupational skills)
• Daily household tasks at the residence/program facility (May include cleaning, laundry or assisting the youth in care with the completion of these tasks, etc.)
• Drive children/youth to and from school, medical appointments, recreational activities, community resources and support networks.
• Plan, support and/or deliver culturally appropriate programs, services, workshops, and outings; encouraging youth to learn and participate in their culture.
• Contribute toward design, implementation and evaluation of individual service plans, program specific policies and procedures.

*** Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a current (dated within 6 months of hiring date) Criminal Record Check and Ministry Check. These checks can take up to 6 weeks to obtain, please ensure you prepare accordingly.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• Certificate in the Human Services field or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years experience in group homes and/or supported independent living
• Current and valid National Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check presented prior to confirmation of employment
• Children’s Services Intervention Record Check presented prior to confirmation of employment
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
• Current Suicide Intervention, Self-Harm Intervention, Trauma Informed Care and Medication Administration training
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training
• Indigenous Awareness and Cultural Diversity training
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a minimum of 3 years driving experience
• Current Alberta Driver's Abstract
• Personal vehicle insurance (2 million in third party liability)
• Must be able to deal with any crisis situations, to ensure safety for youth in the program.
• Able to work and follow Spirit of Our Youth Homes Inc. policies and procedures and adhere to Alberta Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Accreditation Council of Human Services
• Ability to lift 50lbs

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