Youth Worker - Barrie, Canada - Empower Simcoe

Empower Simcoe

Verified Company

Barrie, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

We are recruiting for three (3)
Youth Workers to assist youth with an intellectual disability or complex needs to engage with their peers in a social setting.

Youth Workers will assist the Youth Engagement Facilitator with planning and implementation of activities and programs, and lead groups in a variety of community, social, recreational and work activities.

These are contract positions for up to one (1) year.

Compensation package:

In July and August, working up to 37.5 hours/week for up to 10 weeks;

From September

June, working 3 hours one evening per week;
Minimum starting rate of pay is $20.65 per hour;
Confidential Employer paid EAP program for you and your family members;

Minimum requirements of this position include:

Must be enrolled in a post-secondary program at an accredited College or University;
Academic focus in Social Services or a related field is considered an asset;
Previous experience working with children and youth;
Previous experience in recreation, camping or mediating is an asset;
A valid class G driver's license and reliable transportation is an asset;

Duties and responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

Program implementation and delivery, following the overall outline and plan for each session;
Identifying with each youth in the group, their individual goals and expectations, and developing a plan to assist the youth in obtaining these goals;
Promoting inclusion through interaction with the youth; fostering healthy relationships with group members, peers and/or community members; modeling and promoting appropriate social and communication skills; and supporting youth to participate in community activities;
Administering medication as outlined in each participants' individual medication direction form;
Participating in camp experiences with youth, as scheduled and required;
Financial monitoring, including managing team expenditures and providing opportunities for youth to handle cash in a responsible and safe way;

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.

Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

SUBMIT APPLICATION BY:

External 4:00 p.m. Thursday, March 2, 2023

Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments.

If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process.

Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

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