Female Awake Overnight Youth Worker - Surrey, Canada - Anika Youth Services

Anika Youth Services

Verified Company

Surrey, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Do you want to be part of a supportive team and close knit community where you can make a long lasting difference in the lives of at-risk youth, all while having countless opportunities to develop personally and professionally?

If you are enthusiastic, have strong relational skills, and want to expand your experience and knowledge to do exceptional front line work, we would love to hear from you.

Here at Anika Youth Services, we support youth in the Surrey and Langley area who are in need of wrap around services, including long-term housing, outreach services, and life skills programming.

At AYS, we create individualized plans that address the youth's mental health, social, behavioural, and emotional needs.

We will provide you with competitive wages, extended and health and wellness benefits, free gym pass, comprehensive training, and opportunities for advancement and professional networking.

The Awake Night Support Worker oversees the overall care of a designated person served. Participates as part of the team responsible for identifying specific services and treatment plans on an individual basis.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Nightly perimeter and bed checks every hour
Medication administration if youth return home past shutdown
Check in with youth if youth return home past curfew
Crisis management
Complete nighttime cleaning checklist and sign off daily
Complete all required documentation
ISP, ISP tracking, Incident Reports, Dailies
Assist youth with meeting ISP goals

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 year diploma in child and youth care or related social services field
MUST HAVE Class 5 License and reliable vehicle
Standard First-Aid Level 1 with CPR
Clear criminal record
Understanding of mental health, substance misuse, attachment and trauma informed practice
Must be able to work awake overnight hour shifts of 10pm6am or 11pm7am am in a rotation of 4 days on and 4 days off.

Job skills and abilities:

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Computer skills including the ability to navigate basic online documentation programs
Conflict resolution and crisis management skills
Strong relatability and rapport building skills
Ability to perform basic household duties, meal preparation, cleaning and ability to teach basic life skills
Versatility to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Cultural competency
Nonjudgmental, positive, and respectful approach to house residents, coworkers, and other professionals
Effective time management and organizational skills
Creative in supporting clients in meeting their service plan goals