Relief Child and Youth Worker - Sturgeon County, Canada - Oak Hill Ranch

Oak Hill Ranch

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Sturgeon County, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Relief child and youth care worker position-exclusively weekend shifts. Either 2:45am-3pm, 2:45pm-11pm or 12-hour shift 10am-10pm. This position asks for a commitment of working every weekend between 16-24 hours.

Key Responsibilities:
*NOTE

This is not a comprehensive list of the job description, but an overall understanding of the position of Child and Youth Care Worker.
Observes, assesses and documents significant behaviors emitted by young person in activity logs and reports.
Creates and designs age appropriate, daily living activities as a forum for therapeutic and educational interventions.
Initiates, organizes, monitors and actively participates in group activities, (special outings, concerts, sports, dances, party games, crafts, camping, music) as part of the total treatment plan.
On an ongoing basis, observes and assesses interactions, behaviors and affect.
Teaches and assists young people in acquiring appropriate skills relating to daily chores, routines, and personal hygiene habits.
Advocates and actively builds trust and rapport with young people (and family) through interactive play, activities, and personal interactions.
Provides counselling opportunities for young people focusing upon their needs and problems.
Intervenes in crisis situation with young people, utilizing non abusive restraint practices as necessary.
Maintains a therapeutic approach to behavior management and explains behavioral expectations and consequences to young people.

Qualifications and Professional Experience:

Diploma/Degree in Human Services, preference given to Child and Youth Care and Social Work disciplines.
Minimum 1 (one) year experience working with highrisk youth in outofhome placements.
Experience & knowledge in First Nations culture is an asset for all positions.
Valid driver's license.
Standard 1st Aid (level C), ASIST Suicide Certificate(s) are an asset; however, courses are offered after commencement.
Requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID19 and provide proof thereof as a condition of employment.