Live in Resident Worker - Calgary, Canada - McMan

McMan

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Calgary, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

LIVE-IN RESIDENT WORKER

YOUTH TRANSITION TO ADULTHOOD - TRINITY

_PERMANENT FULL TIME LIVE-IN_

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association of Calgary & Area is an organization making a difference in the lives of more than 3000 vulnerable children, youth and families annually.

We support children, youth and families with complex needs that can include mental health issues, addictions, homelessness, poverty and disability by providing them with the services and supports they need to thrive.

We are currently seeking someone who has a passion for working with youth.

The
Live-in Resident Worker will be responsible for working from client centred strength-based approach in their support of youth living in the home.

The Live-in Resident Worker works with at risk youth between the ages of 15-24 who are needing support in learning life skills to help them transition to independence successfully.

Some of the youth we work with come with complex needs and require additional support in making positive and healthy life choices.

Each youth has their own transition worker who provides support in their goals which could consist of education, employment or other specific needs.

The Live in Resident Worker would be responsible for providing any immediate support in the home that the youth require as well as providing transition workers with important information that could potentially impact their daily living and individualized plans.

The Live in Resident Worker is provided a private bedroom. All other areas of the home are shared with youth who are residents in the home.

Hours of Work: 8 hours of sleep at Trinity 5 nights a week (Sunday-Thursday, approximately 11pm-7am)/plus 15 hours awake time at Trinity per week (Sunday-Thursday, distributed as needed). Availability to be at the program from 9pm onwards (a minimum of 110 hours per pay period).

Some of the key aspects of this role include:

Promote and actively support youth with life skills and parenting skills that will allow the youth to transition successfully to independence.
Organize and/or participate in in regular activities (cooking, cleaning, recreation, social, educational) with the youth, either in the home or in the community.
Provide support and develop relationships with the youth and their natural supports.
Communicate with supervisor and Transition Workers any key issues regarding youth or house needs in a timely manner.
Ensure Trinity Place is maintained in a clean manner.
Complete emergency drills as per the outlined schedule.
A degree diploma in the Human Services field
Knowledge of the Natural Supports Framework and Trauma Informed Practice Framework
Two years of relevant experience
Experience working with youth with complex needs
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
Strong writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Current standard First Aid Certification and Suicide Intervention Training
A current (no more than 6 months old) Police/Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention check
Have a reliable vehicle and proof of adequate vehicle insurance

McMan provides a solid blend of an extensive benefit plan, personal days, and the opportunity to contribute to the community at large.

Access is provided to benefits within the first month of employment, with a plan that includes vision, dental and prescription drug coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program.

A 100% employer contribution pension plan is also provided after 6 months of employment.

With three weeks of vacation, a flexible schedule, and access to 12 personal days off per year, the organization encourages a work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity

Salary:
$34,176 per year which includes a taxable low rent benefit of $300.00 per pay or $ per year

Closing Date:
June 23, 2023
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type:
Part-time

Salary:
$34,175.00-$34,176.00 per year