Youth Care Worker - Replacement Step #1

St. Clement's School; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a compassionate Youth Care Worker to support students facing social, emotional, or mental health challenges. This vital role involves collaborating with teachers and counselors to develop individualized programs that foster life skills and self-esteem. As part of a dedicated team, you will provide crisis intervention, facilitate counseling sessions, and help students connect with external services. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about youth care and have the skills to guide students through their challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent required; 2 years of college coursework in youth care.
• Must have Crisis Prevention Intervention training before probation ends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and evaluating life skills and behavior management programs.
• Provide crisis intervention and facilitate group counseling sessions.
• Monitor students and maintain accurate records of interventions.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Conflict Resolution

Anger Management

Life Skills Coaching

Interpersonal Skills

Behavior Management

Education

Grade 12 or equivalency

Two years of university or college coursework

Tools

WHMIS Certificate

Food Safe Certification

Job description

YOUTH CARE WORKER - REPLACEMENT STEP #1

Position Description:

There is a position available for a Youth Care Worker Replacement Step #1 at North Peace Secondary School. All Applications must be completed online and will be accepted until 12:00 pm noon on December 23, 2024.

Reporting to the site Administrative Officer(s), this position is responsible for working in collaboration with the classroom teacher or school counsellor and various district resource personnel in providing services to students having difficulties coping as a result of social/emotional or mental health problems. These students may be placed in alternative education programs or be receiving support in regular classroom programs.

Hours of work: (7) hrs. per day, five (5) days per week

Duties to Commence: January 6, 2025, until the return of the incumbent

Work Year Base: Ten (10) months per year

Commencing Salary: $31.94/hr.

Duties:

1. Participate in student placement, student progress, and school based team meetings.
2. Assist the teacher/counsellor in the development, implementation, and evaluation of individual and group life skills, social skills, self-esteem, and behaviour management programs in school and community settings.
3. Provide crisis intervention and management both individually and as part of a crisis management team.
4. Facilitate group counselling sessions under the direction of the school counsellor.
5. Monitor students as required.
6. Assist students and families in connecting with and accessing outside agency services.
7. Transport identified students to services and visit homes to provide support, on a limited basis.
8. Consult with other professionals in the community and promote inter-agency cooperation.
9. Participate in daily physical education, fitness and recreation programs.
10. Maintain accurate and comprehensive records and evidence of interventions.
11. Gather documents for funding purposes.
12. Assume other responsibilities that are site and program specific.
13. Perform other job-related duties as directed.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Grade 12 or equivalency
• Minimum of two years of university or college course work in areas relating to youth care and counselling;
• Training in Crisis Prevention Intervention; (15 hour certification program) required before completion of probationary period.
• Two years recent experience (within 5 years) in Conflict Resolution, Anger Management, and Life Skills
• Coaching, working with youth, with diagnosed behaviour or mental health disorders (i.e. FAS, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Childhood Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, and Eating Disorder);
• Valid B.C. drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle;
• Clean Drivers Abstract
• Food Safe
• Ability to work independently and set priorities
• Ability to manage difficult conversations
• WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team
• Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment

PLEASE NOTE: Proof of graduation and/or highest level of education is required prior to starting position.

For more information please contact:
Keith MacGillivray, Administrative Officer [phone] or email [e-mail]

All applications must be made through Make A Future website for consideration for the position. If you require assistance with the online application process please contact Colleen Stewart at 250-262-6008 or [e-mail].

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.