Last Date to Apply:
July 31, 2026
About PCRS
Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) is a large not-for-profit agency that serves some of the most vulnerable people in our communities from Vancouver to Hope. We work with youth and vulnerable adults in the areas of education, employment, housing, substance use and mental health, and youth and family support services. We are CARF Accredited and a Certified Living Wage Employer.
About the Program
The Traverse program in Chilliwack provides bed-based treatment for youth (ages 13-18) whose lives have been impacted by substance use. Traverse is a recreation-based program using a therapeutic approach focusing on trauma-informed practice to provide treatment and basic care, service planning and therapeutic recreation to respond to the emotional and practical needs of youth.
Hours & Conditions of Work
- Auxiliary (casual)
- Overnight Awake position
Position Summary
Wage Grid 13
This is an opportunity to work as a Youth Support Worker within a larger multi-disciplinary team comprised of clinical counsellors, youth support workers, recreation workers, kitchen team, housekeeping and the intake and transition team.
Responsibilities
- Supports the day-to-day needs of participants and daily activities of the program, including the emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental needs of participants, in group and 1-1 settings.
- Supports youth with emotional regulation and coping skills
- De-escalates crisis and facilitates conflict resolution
- Facilitates, co-facilitates, and supports group-based programming with a focus on substance use, relevant mental health skills, life skills and recreation programming.
- Encourages, motivates and involves participants in all program activities and adapt groups to fit individual needs
- Participates alongside participants in programming and be a healthy role model by incorporating Traverse program agreements into your practice
- Supports youth with exploring and experiencing diverse cultures and spiritualities
- Completes and manages daily documentation such as case notes, critical incident reports, care team updates, trip planning, group outlines and programming calendars.
- Responds to challenging behaviors and situations with trauma informed practices, using a non-judgmental professional approach with appropriate boundaries and kindness.
- Sets and maintains values-based boundaries
- Dispenses medication in accordance with medical direction
- Plans collaboratively with the treatment team for a caseload of key youth
- Creates an atmosphere of inclusivity, acceptance, support and confidence
- Communicates effectively with coworkers and staff, and participate in team efforts
Competencies & Knowledge
- Knowledge and understanding of addictions, mental health, youth work and trauma-informed practices
- Practiced understanding of cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with people from all genders, cultures and identities
- Demonstrated ability to work with youth with behavioural, social, emotional and mental health challenges
- Effective computer skills and ability to use databases and Microsoft office suite
- Self-awareness of personal biases, personal signs of burnout, and self-care practices
Required
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1 - 2 years: Related work experience, in combination with education
Preferred
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Experience working with and delivering recreation programs for individuals with various abilities.
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Experience working in a bed-based setting and an understanding of policy and procedure in such a setting.
Required
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2-Year Diploma or better in Child and Youth Care or related field
Preferred
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Bachelor's Degree or better in Child and Youth Care or related field
Required
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Use of a Personal Vehicle
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Driver's License Class 5
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Basic First Aid
Preferred
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Trauma-Informed Practice
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MANDT Certification
Required
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Microsoft 365 Office Suite
