Summer Student - Delta, Canada - Delta Community Living Society

Delta Community Living Society

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Delta, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Being a Delta Community Living Society team member means becoming part of something bigger.

It means partnering with people with developmental disabilities to help them reach their full potential by living and belonging in community.

It's a unique opportunity to do valuable work while being your personal best.

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking a
Youth Employment Worker to support our employment program for youth with developmental disabilities called LEAP (Leading Employment and Achieving Possibilities).

You will ensure the well-being of the youth we support by promoting community employment and preparedness.

This position works closely with all members of LEAP including the students, family, peer mentors matched with each youth, and DCLS personnel.

Training:

Delta Community Living Society will provide training for this role which includes Emergency First Aid & CPR, Customized Employment training, Person-Centered Thinking training, Mandt training (non-violent crisis intervention), New Employee Safety Orientation, and Site Specific Orientation, and training on working with and supporting clients by a Manager and/or colleague.

The Youth Employment Worker will also have access to Open Future Learning, an online training platform that features over 100 modules on a variety of topics related intellectual disabilities including autism, challenging behaviour, communication, mental health, and more.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Facilitate weekly classroom sessions to prepare job seekers for employment (topics include: interview skills, resume preparation, goal setting, money sense, time management)
Plan a variety of community events and theme parties
Guide and support a team of 12 peer mentors
Conduct assessments to identify each youth's skills, interests and career goals
Communicate with prospective employers
Promote inclusion and diversity in the workplace
Onthejob coaching
Maintain all necessary records and follow data protocols

Skills & Abilities:

Strong leadership and presentation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Computer literacy including use of Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to work within a team setting with an emphasis on leadership
Selfmotivation and the ability to work independently
Understanding the needs of clients with developmental disabilities
Ability to foster positive and professional relationships with DCLS staff, job seekers, families, community organizations, and businesses
Education or Psychology Major, or courses completed in either program an asset