Child and youth worker

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Will train

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Child welfare
• Programs dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Programs dealing with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
• Bereavement issues

Work setting

• Group home
• Work in employer’s/client’s home
• Various locations
• Children’s services facility

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare reports or case histories
• Administrative and office activities
• Appraise clients’ needs or eligibility for specific services
• Implement life skills workshops
• Assess client’s relevant skill strengths and development needs
• Conduct follow-up assessments
• Housekeeping activities
• Food preparation
• Provide suicide and crisis intervention
• Resolve conflict situations
• Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
• Implement behaviour management programs
• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Aboriginal groups
• Adolescents
• Children
• Culturally diverse groups
• Females
• Males
• Persons with an intellectual disability
• Persons with learning disabilities
• Persons with mental health disabilities
• Young offenders

Insurance experience

• Liability insurance

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child welfare check
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player