Job Title: Child and Youth Care Worker
Location: Sechelt, BC — In Person
Employment Type: Full Time (35 hrs/week)
Compensation: $28.06 – $29.66 per hour
Since 1974, Sunshine Coast Community Services Society has been at the heart of creating positive change for people on the Sunshine Coast. With a legacy built on care, dedication, and adaptability, we proudly offer over 30 impactful programs across the region. Our work spans four vital areas: Community Action and Engagement, Together Against Violence, Child and Family Counselling, and Family, Youth, and Children’s Services.
Guided by our core values — social justice, interdependence, diversity, compassion, and respect — we are driven to empower individuals and strengthen our community. We’re seeking passionate, values-driven individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of others. If that sounds like you, join us and be part of our meaningful journey!
Summary:
The position of Child and Youth Worker involves supporting vulnerable and/or at-risk youth from Port Melon to Pender Harbor through individual, group support and outreach along the Sunshine Coast. The aim is to
increase life skills, social networks and safety using a harm reduction model. Specific supports provided include, but are not limited to, the development of Youth-Centered Plans with a focus on behavior management, and social and life skills development. In addition, this position plays a significant role in reaching out to and supporting youth in the community by providing resources and information to youth serving organizations, schools and caregivers. The Child and Youth Worker reports to the Lead of Youth Care Services.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensures a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for children and youth providing age-appropriate activities with adaptations as needed.
- Promotes behavioral change and personal growth of children and youth who are having difficulties coping because of social, emotional, physical, or cognitive delays.
- Designs, implements and evaluates youth-centered individual plans to aid in transitioning youth to independence.
- Provides life skills training as per goals set out by the youth and other stakeholders.
- Supports youth to achieve their established goals using a strengths-based approach.
- Reaches out to youth at times when, and in places where, they are not connected to adult supervision, assessing their primary needs and taking appropriate action using a harm reduction model of service delivery.
- Works within the youth’s community to utilize local resources and programs.
- Initiates activity groups, related to the specific needs and goals of the youth.
- Participates in case conferencing as required.
- Maintains accurate and current file records on youth accessing supports or services.
- Maintains awareness of community resources and gaps as well as the socio-economic and geographical make-up of the community.
- Consults with social workers, other professionals, and family when appropriate.
- Adheres to SCCSS policies and procedures and meets all legal, contractual, financial and other compliance requirements such as CARF.
- Participates and contributes to regular staff meetings.
- Represents SCCSS in a positive and professional manner.
- Supports the mission, vision and values of SCCSS.
Qualifications:
- Social Work degree (or equivalent related human services degree); or a minimum of two years of post-secondary education and two years of relevant work experience.
- Good understanding of, and experience working with, children and youth with physical or mental developmental disabilities.
- Understanding of the challenges facing youth with brain difference.
- Experience and solid understanding of the harm reduction model.
- Experience creating participant-centred plans.
- Understanding of, and experience working with, youth transitioning into adulthood.
- Ability to work a variety of shifts to accommodate appointments after school, in the evenings, and on weekends, as needed.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with youth effectively and adapt to accommodate developmental needs.
- Culturally competent practices and understanding of the impacts of colonization for Indigenous communities, families and individuals.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office suite and experience with an electronic client records management system.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Successful result of Criminal Record check.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable vehicle is required.
Working Conditions
This position works in a variety of environments including executing programs at multiple locations across the Sunshine Coast including outdoors, community settings, community events, and in SCCSS buildings.
Physical Requirements
- Manoeuvring wheelchairs pushing and or pulling
- Activities such as, but not limited to, swimming, cooking and hiking
- Significant lifting, carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling
- Competitive and Transparent Compensation: We value fairness and clarity in our wages.
- Wellness and Flexibility: Receive up to 5 days of special leave annually for wellness, personal needs, and more.
- Professional Development Support: Paid memberships for professional designations and plenty of opportunities for growth.
- Community Impact: Be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference.
- Team Connection: Participate in our annual Off-Site Team Building Day with fun, engaging activities that foster collaboration and connection.
- Criminal Record Check (CRC) clearance is required for working with vulnerable populations.
Please include your resume and cover letter as a part of your application.
We are committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any part of the application process, please contact [email protected].
“We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.”
