Residential Program Youth Care Worker (Full-time)
Location: Moncton, New Brunswick
Youth Impact Jeunesse is a large accredited and charitable organization that has distinguished itself as a leader in the delivery of residential and community outreach services for at-risk youth. With more than 310 dedicated staff, the agency strives to make a positive difference in the lives of youth and their families by providing support and teaching them helpful skills needed to succeed. Currently Youth Impact Jeunesse operates fourteen residential facilities in seven different communities across New Brunswick. It also offers several community outreach programs within the Moncton area.
We are currently seeking Youth Care Workers in Moncton, NB. Ideal candidates will be active learners who demonstrate the potential Youth Care Worker skills and knowledge throughout the hiring process and have the ability to action these skills and knowledge in their performance on the job.
This position reports to the Program Manager.
Job Responsibilities/Duties include but not limited to:
Ability to accommodate shift work hours needed by the program. Promote and maintain a safe, non-judgmental, welcoming environment for youth while complying with the agency policies and procedures.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with youth, families and other professionals associated with the program.
Collaborate with team members, families, clinicians, social workers, and external agencies to support individualized treatment goals and safety plans.
Ensure the completion of all tasks associated with the day-to-day operations of the program including; activities, cooking, cleaning, errands, appointments. Ensure the safety, well being and basic needs of youth are met and communicated.
Provide supervision and communications of youth activities and whereabouts. Provide positive social interactions, emotional support and counselling to youth.
Coach and support youth in the areas of self-esteem, communication, emotional regulation, stress management, and other life skills. Properly manage group dynamics and de-escalating crisis situations.
Ensuring proper implementation of intake, care planning and discharge activities. Complete and maintain documentation practices of the program.
Act as a role model to the youth, staff and community.
Qualities
Honest
Reliable Empathetic
Positive attitude constructive use of Initiative
Active learner Adaptable
Skills and Knowledge
- Bilingualism (English/French) considered strong asset
- Demonstrate good judgment and decision-making
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication skills; both written and oral
- Strong relationship building skills
- Emotional resilience
- Active listening skills
- Supportive counseling and coaching skills.
- Works well together with others as a member of a team
- Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Cultural humility and sensitivity to the lived experiences of youth.
- Understanding positive psychological approaches such as: Strength Based Practices, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Child Centered Approach.
- Understanding of Human Rights, youth rights, empowerment, personal autonomy, dignity and respect.
- Access to a vehicle and valid driver’s license is considered an asset.
Educational Requirements
College Diploma in a Human Services field or minimum of 2 years University or college diploma in a related field with related work experience considered a strong asset.
Candidates being considered for employment will be subject to Criminal Record Check and background check by the Department of Social Development.
Compensation: $23.43/hour, or $48,736 annually + Comprehensive and competitive benefits package. (Benefits include Eye care, Dental, Life Insurance, Health, Prescriptions, Long term disability and Employee Assistance Program along with an accelerated vacation schedule, Optional pension plan, and other benefits.)
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,736.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Education:
Language:
- English (required)
- French (preferred)
Work Location: In person
