Youth worker

Charles J Andrew Healing Centre; North West River; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Pension plan

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Wellness program

Job summary

Charles J Andrew Healing Centre in Newfoundland and Labrador seeks a compassionate counsellor to provide individual and group sessions within a community service setting. You will support clients with special needs and help coordinate events and related activities.

Ideal candidates have college-level education (1–2 years) and are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The role offers diverse benefits, including health, dental, and pension plans, plus opportunities for training and

Qualifications

• College-level education or diploma (1–2 years) in a related field.
• Experience in social services is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Manage events

Skills

Counselling

Communication

Education

College diploma (1–2 years)

Tools

MS Office

Electronic mail

Job description

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

• Social service or charity agency

Tasks

• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Manage events

Computer and technology knowledge

• Electronic mail
• MS Office

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Values and ethics

Screening questions

• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Shift
• Night
• On call

Employment terms options

• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Wellness program

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers