Youth Care Worker

Hollyburn Family Services; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training and professional dev

Extended health, dental, vision, life

Vacation days; wellness days

RRSP matching

Job summary

Hollyburn Family Services in North Vancouver is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Adult, Youth, Child Worker to support residents in a therapeutic home. You will work under the Program Supervisor to ensure health, safety and well-being, while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to promote growth and positive outcomes.

This role requires a minimum two-year diploma in trauma-informed care, 19+ years of age, First Aid/CPR, Mandt training (we offer training), and a valid BC Driver's License.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year diploma, or equivalent education and experience in attachment-based practice and relationship-based interventions (trauma-informed).
• Proven experience working with individuals with support needs, including behavioural and attachment challenges.
• First Aid and CPR; Mandt (we will train those who require these certifications).
• Must be 19 years of age or older; Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or exemption; Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Participate in assessments, goal setting, and progress evaluation for assigned individuals.
• Complete and maintain required documentation, including intake forms, progress reports, and discharge reports.
• Maintain open communication with families and professionals involved.
• Implement and update behaviour support plans in collaboration with the Program Manager.
• Ensure individuals’ safety, well-being, and physical needs are met (hygiene, medical care).
• Maintain the home to health and safety standards and support life skills development.
• Drive and accompany individuals to school, medical appointments, and outings; attend meetings and community events.
• Facilitate recreational and educational activities; assist with routines and life skills.
• Maintain reports, statistics, and daily activity logs; manage petty cash; participate in meetings and training.
• Collaborate on program development, house rules, policies, and care plans.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Strategy development

Mediation

Counseling

Advocacy

Community networking

Life skills management

Education

Two-year diploma in attachment-based/trauma-informed practice

Job description

Salary Range: $26.50 To $27.75 Hourly

Hollyburn Family Services, recognized as a Great Place to Work ™ Canada, embodies a commitment to serve, nurture, honor, and lead. We are searching for a dedicated and compassionate Full-Time Adult, Youth, Child Workers to join our team in North Vancouver. Reporting to the Program Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the health and well-being of residents in our supportive therapeutic home for youth. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals with varying needs, fostering a positive and nurturing environment, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote growth and success.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum two-year diploma, or equivalent education and experience in attachment-based practice and relationship-based interventions (trauma-informed practice).
• Experience: Proven experience working with individuals with support needs, including behavioural and attachment challenges.
• Certifications: First Aid and CPR, Mandt (we will train those who require these certifications)
• Skills:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in strategy development, mediation, counseling, advocacy, community networking, and life skills management.
  • Knowledge of adult and youth care approaches, service plan development, and applicable legislation/regulations.
• Must be 19 years of age or older
• Proof of COVID-19 double vaccination record or exemption from the provincial health authority
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License
• Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry

Key Responsibilities

• Resident Support:
  • Participate in assessments, goal setting, and progress evaluation for assigned individuals.
  • Complete and maintain required documentation, including intake forms, progress reports, and discharge reports.
  • Maintain open, authorized communication with families and professionals involved.
  • Implement and update behaviour support plans in collaboration with the Program Manager.
  • Ensure individuals’ safety, well-being, and physical needs are met, including personal hygiene and medical/dental care.
• Program Home Maintenance:
  • Maintain the home to health and safety standards.
  • Prepare and provide nutritious meals, accommodating dietary restrictions.
  • Support individuals in completing household chores and life skills development.
• Community Engagement:
  • Drive and accompany individuals to school, medical appointments, and outings.
  • Attend school meetings, case conferences, and community events.
  • Educate and raise awareness about mental health in the community.
• Recreational and Educational Activities:
  • Facilitate recreational and educational activities.
  • Assist individuals in achieving success with routines, hygiene, and life skills.
• Administrative Duties:
  • Maintain accurate reports, statistics, and daily activity logs.
  • Manage daily petty cash during shifts.
  • Attend program and staff meetings, as well as supervision and training sessions.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Provide input into program development, house rules, policies, and care plans.
  • Actively participate in team meetings and decisions.
  • Build positive working relationships with individuals, families, and professionals.

Working Conditions

• This role is based in program homes with an on-site work arrangement.
• 40 hours/week, Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm

Because we know our team is our heart and our most important asset, we are excited to offer:

• Hands-on, extensive, and continuous training
• Professional development and advancement within our ever growing organization
• 100% employer premium paidextended health, dental, vision care, and life insurance for you and your dependents
• Paid vacation,wellness days, and sick days
• Group RRSP matching of up to 6% of gross salary

Candidates must be located in the Lower Mainland and eligible to work in Canada to be considered.