Child and Youth Engagement Worker

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government service located in Whitehorse is seeking Child and Youth Engagement Workers for full-time positions. The roles involve developing and facilitating therapeutic programs for children and youth, along with observing and documenting behavior. Candidates should have relevant educational backgrounds and experience working with challenging behaviors. This position offers a collaborative environment and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Government benefits

Qualifications

• Post-secondary coursework in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or related fields is required.
• Experience implementing community-based programming for children.
• Working knowledge of trauma-informed practices is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate group programs for youth.
• Observe and document youth behavior for planning.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Understanding of effective intervention strategies

Creating welcoming spaces

Facilitating land-based programming

Strong communication skills

Education

Post-secondary coursework in relevant social sciences

Job description

Job Summary and Requirements

This posting will be used to fill 2 permanent full-time positions working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

Who We Are

The Child, Youth and Family Treatment Team (CYFTT) in Whitehorse provides a variety of services including individual counselling for children and youth, family counselling, outreach counselling, youth primary care, and outreach groups. Come grow your career with our dynamic and collaborative team.

Your Role

Reporting to a Supervisor of CYFTT, these positions are responsible for working with children and youth ages 6 years and older, in a therapeutic and recreational capacity. Child and Youth Engagement Workers are responsible for developing and facilitating groups that are designed to provide opportunities for children and youth to learn and practice emotion regulation and social skills in a small group setting. You are responsible for observing and documenting behaviour and tailoring group plans based on the goals and needs of individuals in the group and group dynamics.

We are looking for creative and flexible individuals who have a passion for working with children and youth who are experiencing behavioural challenges.

• For more information on this job, please contact Amy Smith, Manager of Counselling Services at 867-332-7318 or [e-mail].
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Jaime Strachan, HR Consultant at 867-332-5768 or [e-mail].

Your Benefits

• Government of Yukon’s many benefits

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Essential Qualifications

• Post-secondary coursework in Child and Youth Care, Early Childhood Development, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, or another relevant social sciences field.
• Experience implementing community based recreational or life skills programming.
• Experience working with children and youth and caregivers both one-on-one and in a group setting.
• Experience working with children who have experienced trauma and/or knowledge of trauma informed practice would be an asset.
• Experience facilitating safe and meaningful client participation while using person-centered, culturally responsive, or trauma-informed approaches in a children or youth program would be an asset.

Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability

• Excellent interpersonal skills in connecting/building relationships with children, youth, family/caregivers and service partners.
• The ability to work effectively as a team member in a dynamic and fast-paced multidisciplinary environment is essential.
• Strong understanding of effective intervention strategies for children and youth with behavioural challenges.
• Providing tailored, high-quality programs co-developed with children, youth and or families to meet their needs.
• Ability to create and maintain a developmentally appropriate, non-judgmental, non-stigmatizing, safe, and welcoming space.
• Ability to work collaboratively to develop and implement support plans.
• Ability to facilitate and be comfortable providing land-based programming.
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds, experiences and cultures.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check
• TB Screening
• Valid Class 5 drivers’ licence or equivalent
• Standard First Aid with CPR-C (within 3-months of hire)
• WHMIS 2015 (within 1-month of hire)

Job Requirements

• This position is exposed to emotional, and sometimes physically abusive clients. The incumbent mediates, de-escalates, resolves, intervenes and provides solutions through face-to-face contact and meetings.
• The incumbent may be required to work weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Position is required to travel in territory on a daily basis using government vehicles.
• Position requires incumbent to be able to lift 50 lbs and work in an active environment.
• Will be exposed to wilderness elements and working outside often.

Learn More

• For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [e-mail] or phone [phone].