Supported Independent Living Support Workers

Sarnia-Lambton Rebound; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarnia-Lambton Rebound recherche un ou une Support Worker en Vie Indépendante pour accompagner les jeunes dans leur transition vers une vie indépendante. Le candidat idéal aura une passion pour le soutien à la jeunesse, avec un diplôme pertinent et au moins trois ans d'expérience. Vous travaillerez de manière collaborative avec d'autres agences pour favoriser le développement des jeunes dans un environnement de soins holistique et stimulant.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 ans d'expérience de soutien direct avec des enfants et des jeunes.
• Compréhension des pratiques informées par les traumatismes.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome et à motiver les autres.

Responsibilities

• Soutenir les jeunes dans leurs plans individualisés.
• Travailler en étroite collaboration avec l'équipe de soins des jeunes.
• Utiliser des pratiques relationnelles lors des interactions avec les jeunes.

Skills

Compétences en communication

Gestion du temps

Collaboration d'équipe

Education

Diplôme en Soins aux Enfants et aux Jeunes ou Services Sociaux

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

The Supported Independent Living Support Workers will:

• Support youth success within the Pillars of Care Framework, discussing and encouraging goal focus

• Work alongside youth day to day as they navigate their individualized plans

• Maintain a home-like environment through intentionality and creativity

• Work closely with the youth’s care team and community partners

• Use Relational Practice when connecting with youth, familial connections, and community partners

• Advocate for youth needs

• Believe in the potential of all youth

• Honouring the voices of youth through a youth engagement lens

• Following safety protocols and emergency procedures

• Applying trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive practices

• Work collaboratively with community agencies to grow and expand the youth’s support network

• Support a healthy and vibrant work environment

Required Qualifications:

• Child & Youth Care, Social Services Worker or equivalent

• Minimum 3 years direct support experience with children and youth

• Passion, commitment and dedication to youth

• Comprehensive knowledge of program evaluation and best practice standards

• Understanding and remaining knowledgeable in the evolution of needs and trends within child & youth care

• An understanding of Youth Engagement and Relational child and youth care approach

• Creative and resourceful, confident and optimistic

• Self-motivated and ability to motivate and inspire others

• Excellent time management, written and verbal skills

• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Must provide own transportation and have valid Class G License- transportation of youth required.

Additional Details:

Sarnia Lambton Rebound is a non-profit agency committed to youth between the ages of 8 and 24. We promote changed attitudes and behaviours helping young people develop skills that promote a positive response to self, family and community. Staff will provide individualized care to youth who are in the care of CAS in a supported, holistic, independent living environment. Using relational practice, the staff will support youth in their transition toward stable, independent living through structured routines, life skill development, and familial and community connection.

How To Apply:

PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME, COVER LETTER AND REFERENCES BY FRIDAY JULY 11, 2025 AT 4:30pm Mairi Macintyre- Client Services Team Manager 10 Lorne Crescent, Sarnia, Ontario N7S 1H8 Email: [e-mail]