Centre Based-youth Worker North Shore Neighbourhood - North Vancouver, Canada - North Shore Neighbourhood House

North Shore Neighbourhood House
North Shore Neighbourhood House
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North Vancouver, Canada

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NORTH SHORE NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE
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For more than 80 years the North Shore Neighbourhood House has responded to the changing needs of residents through a variety of effective programs and services - from child care and parenting programs to teen outreach and seniors peer support. We are proud to enhance community and individual quality of life through our work._
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CASUAL
  • CENTRE-BASED YOUTH WORKER_

Nature and Scope of Work

The centre-based youth worker works in a drop-in or lounge supervising youth There may be a pre-teen component of 10-12 years olds.

The centre worker acts as a role model for youth, engaging youth in discussions, games, arts/crafts, special events and activities.

The centre worker carries out their duties within the policies and procedures set out in the Youth Centre Procedures Manual.


Illustrative Examples of Work

  • Plans daily/weekly activities for youth, identifying their needs and interests in order to offer effective programming.
  • Provides leadership and instruction for youth.
  • Supervises youth; engages in dialogue, behavior management and progressive discipline.
  • Attends staff meetings; works collaboratively with Youth Outreach Workers.
  • Keeps statistics and prepares reports related to the work performed.
  • Performs related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Ability and Skills

  • Knowledge of the issues, needs and concerns of youth and their psychosocial development.
  • Ability to establish good rapport with young people.
  • Ability to assess and refer to the youth outreach worker when necessary.
  • Team player.
  • Knowledge of ethics and professional boundaries in youth work.

Desirable Training and Experience

  • Two years of college or university coupled with considerable experience working with youth, Preference will be given to applicants pursuing a child and youth care or diploma or degree.

Required Licenses, Certificates and Registrations
B.C. Class 4 Driver's License would be an asset

Emergency First Aid and CPR Certificate


Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent


Pay:
$19.86 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week


Schedule:

  • On call

Licence/Certification:

  • First Aid Certification (required)

Work Location:
In person
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