Youth Care Worker - 30 hours per week

School District 57 (Prince George); Prince George; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district seeks a Youth Care Worker to support students with emotional and social challenges. The role entails collaborating with teachers and families to implement individualized education plans, conducting community visits, and guiding students in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate should have relevant educational background and experience, along with the ability to manage challenging behaviors effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education required.
• Diploma/certificate related to child or youth care and counselling (60 credits).
• Two years of experience with exceptional children/youth.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing education plans for students.
• Conduct home and community visits.
• Participate in field trips and special events.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Manual dexterity

Education

Grade 12 education

Two year diploma/certificate in child or youth care

Tools

Common classroom equipment

Job description

TITLE: YOUTH CARE WORKER - 30 hours per week

DEPARTMENT: Schools

REPORTS TO: Principal or Designate

WAGE: $32.32 - $33.67 hourly wage effective July 1, 2024

Summary

With direction from the teacher or administrator, the YCW assists in developing and implementing individual education plans for students with emotional, social, or behavioral difficulties.

Duties

• Maintains liaison with teachers, counsellors, administrators, students and their families.
• Conducts home and community visits.
• Assists in the development and implementation of specific academic/social interventions with students who present unique and challenging behaviors.
• Provides guidance to students and their families.
• Organizes and participates in field trips and other special events.
• Provides transportation as needed.
• Assists the teacher in evaluating and reporting on individual students.
• Regularly participates in screening and review meetings as required.
• Regularly communicates with parents and community agencies under the direction of the teacher/administrator.
• Assumes additional responsibilities, which are site-specific.
  
  

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, SKILLS (YOUTH CARE WORKER)

• Grade 12 education.
• Two year diploma/certificate (60 credits) from any accredited college or university in areas related to child or youth care and counselling.
• Two years of experience (which includes one year experience in the public education system) with exceptional children or youth in the appropriate age range.
• Valid British Columbia driver's license.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to follow directions with regard to individualized education plans and the dispensing of medication.
• Ability to deal with very challenging behaviors on a daily basis within an emotionally and physically demanding environment.
• Requires mature judgement in ensuring that the YCW provides services only in those areas in which he/she possesses the required skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate school equipment (e.g. recorders, computers, etc.)
• Basic computer knowledge skills required.
  
  

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Common classroom and playground materials/equipment (e.g. art supplies, audio-visual equipment, sports equipment, etc.)

Physical Abilities

• Sufficient vision and hearing to perform assigned duties independently.
• Ability to lift, transfer and assist students as required.
• Manual dexterity.
  
  

How To Apply

If you require any assistance with your application, please contact [e-mail].

• Only candidates that are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted**