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IDM Youth Services Inc; Langford; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful Work

Variety of outings

Extended health and dental benefits

MPP enrollment

Career growth and in-house training

Free parking

Casual dress

Job summary

IDM Youth Services Inc. is seeking Casual Residential Child and Youth Workers to support at-risk youth in a residential setting on the Vancouver Island area. The role involves night shifts from 11:30pm to 7:30am, providing care, supervision, and activities to help youth thrive.

Applicants should have a Diploma in a related field, 19+ years old, a Class 5 license, and be able to pass required screenings. Union membership is required for compensation at Grid 11.

Qualifications

• Diploma in a related human/social service field and two years recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must be 19 years or older.
• Equivalent to a Class 5 Driver's license is required.
• Must obtain and maintain screening through the MCFD and the Ministry of Justice.
• Police clearances from any country lived in outside of Canada for 6+ months since turning 18 are required before confirmation.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to at-risk children and youth in residential settings.
• Support planning of care plans and participate in activities with youth.
• Assist with daily living activities and supervision during night shifts.
• Document and communicate youth needs, progress, and safety concerns.
• Collaborate with team to ensure trauma-informed, supportive care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Physical ability

Education

Diploma in human/social service field

Job description

At IDM Youth Services (IDMYS) we believe that all people have the right to live in a safe, stable, supportive environment. IDMYS provides all-inclusive care in a residential setting to one of the most vulnerable populations, at-risk children and youth. All-inclusive care is everything from cooking, cleaning, driving to and from appointments, administering medications, offering emotional and behavioral support, going on fun outings, and more! Our team at IDMYS is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support in everything we do for the people we serve.

We are currently looking for Casual Residential Child and Youth Workers to join our amazing team! Preference for Applicants who are able to work weekends.

Candidates must be local to Vancouver Island to be considered.

What we offer:

• Meaningful Work: employees have the opportunity to impact the lives of the children/youth we work with, you can be a role model for those who need it.
• Variety: no two days are the same; you can plan and take the youth on outings and activities such as bowling, swimming, hiking, camping, and more!
• Awesome Benefits: extended health and dental benefits.
• Enrollment in MPP: for those who qualify.
• Career Growth: we offer in house training (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention), external training (Mental Health First aid, ASIST, etc.), and the chance to grow your career within the company.
• Free parking.
• Casual dress.

Compensation, hours, and location:

The Residential Child and Youth Worker is Grid 11, Compensation starts at $30.22 and requires union membership.

Casual employees will receive 10.6% of their straight time pay in lieu of scheduled vacations and paid holidays.

Hours are 11:30pm-7:30am.

We have locations in the Westshore, Sooke, and Saanich.

Who We're Looking For:

Candidates who are looking to contribute to the growth and development of others, have a passion for helping others, and have experience working with at-risk children and youth. Candidates who are looking to grow their career in the social services field.

Candidates who are positive, empathetic, and hard working.

Additional qualities we look for are:

• Ability to work as a team and contribute to the plans of care.
• Excellent communicator who is understanding, patient, and non-judgmental while providing exceptional care to our youth.
• Computer literacy - ability to use multiple technology platforms.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Preference Given to those who have:

• Experience working with at-risk youth and/or people who have a mental health diagnosis.
• Understanding of Trauma Informed Care, and experience providing trauma informed counselling (through behavior management, attachment based, relational, or other appropriate modalities).
• Experience administering and documenting daily medications.
• Experience working with suicide prevention and self-harm behaviour.
• Education in a related field (education, psychology, child and youth care, counselling, health care).
• Those with availability in evenings and on weekends.

Qualification Requirements:

• Diploma in a related human/social service field andTwo years recent related experience. Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must be 19 years or older.
• The equivalent to a Class 5 Driver's license required.
• Must obtain and maintain screening through the MCFD and the Ministry of Justice.

Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must complete screening through the Ministry of Justice and a Ministry Check. This requires applicants to provide police clearances from any country lived in outside of Canada for 6 or more month since turning 18. These checks can take up to 8 weeks to obtain, please ensure you prepare accordingly.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

To learn more about IDM Youth Services, please visit us at https://www.idmyouthservices.ca/.