Overnight Youth Worker

Family Services of Greater Vancouver; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen im Bereich soziale Dienste sucht nach einem engagierten Overnight Youth Worker, der in einem unterstützenden Team arbeitet, um gefährdeten Jugendlichen zu helfen. Diese Rolle erfordert die Fähigkeit, respektvolle Beziehungen aufzubauen und Klienten in schwierigen Situationen zu motivieren. Die Arbeit erfolgt in einem dynamischen, schichtbasierten Umfeld, das auf die individuellen Bedürfnisse der Jugendlichen eingeht. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für soziale Gerechtigkeit und die Unterstützung von Jugendlichen haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit, um einen positiven Einfluss auf die Gemeinschaft zu haben.

Benefits

Drei Wochen Urlaub

Bezahlte Krankheitstage

Gesundheits-/Zahnleistungen

Pensionsplan

Mentale Gesundheitsunterstützung

Qualifications

• 1 Jahr Erfahrung in der Arbeit mit Obdachlosigkeit, psychischer Gesundheit oder sozialen Diensten.
• Kenntnisse in der Unterstützung von komplexen Entscheidungen und Ressourcenmanagement.

Responsibilities

• Bereitstellung von Unterstützung für gefährdete Jugendliche in einer Wohnumgebung.
• Arbeiten in Schichten, um auf die Bedürfnisse der Klienten zu reagieren.

Skills

Beziehungsaufbau

Fallmanagement

Kommunikation

Konfliktlösung

Verhaltensmanagement

Education

Diplom im Bereich Menschen-/Sozialdienste

Job description

Join to apply for the Overnight Youth Worker role at Family Services of Greater Vancouver

Family Services of Greater Vancouver provided pay range

This range is provided by Family Services of Greater Vancouver. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$27.00/hr - CA$27.00/hr

Job Opportunity: Overnight Youth Worker

Haven Youth Worker – Overnight (Competition #24-25)

About Our Opportunity

Directions Youth Services, a division of Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), has provided essential resources for children, families, and individuals in the Greater Vancouver community for over 90 years. We focus on supporting at-risk, homeless, and street-involved youth under 25 through counseling, harm reduction programs, shelter, and drop-in services.

This position is located at our undisclosed Youth Haven location, a voluntary residential program for at-risk youth aged 16–21 of all genders, providing immediate support, connections to longer-term services, and youth-led goal setting. Staff work in shifts to provide responsive care and report to the Program Manager. All shifts are overnight and awake.

Benefits

• Three weeks’ vacation for full-time staff (entitlement increases with tenure)
• Paid household leave days, wellness days, sick days, and education leave
• Subsidized professional dues, health/dental benefits after 3 months, mental health support, and other insurance benefits
• Municipal Pension plan enrollment for eligible employees

Work Hours

24 hours per week, Thursday–Saturday, 11:00 pm–7:00 am

Salary

$26.85 per hour (Grade 8 Step 1) plus a $2.00/hour shift premium for overnight hours

Location

Confidential

Qualifications

• Diploma in a related human/social service field
• 1 year experience with homelessness, mental health, addictions, or social services
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to build respectful relationships and motivate clients
• Experience in case management and supporting complex decisions
• Knowledge of community resources, harm reduction, adolescent development, and related issues
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and behavioral management skills
• Ability to work independently and within diverse environments

Additional Requirements

• Negative TB test
• Current First Aid, Food Safe Level 1, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certificates (assets)
• Criminal Record Check

Application Process

Submit your application via our website: https://fsgv.ca/careers/. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We value diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices. For accommodations, contact [e-mail] with your resume and cover letter, including competition #24-25.

Our Commitment

We acknowledge the traditional lands of the Coast Salish peoples and are dedicated to reconciliation, justice, and equity. We strive to create an inclusive environment that respects diversity and dismantles barriers.

Join Us

Be part of a caring team making a meaningful difference in the community. We offer a supportive environment where you can thrive and contribute to positive change.