Disability Youth Engagement & Development Worker
Core
One-on-one support for young people in out-of-home care to navigate daily routines, manage emotional/behavioral challenges, and build independence.
Role type
Junior IC disability youth engagement and development worker
Builds
Personalized care plans and life skills development for youth in residential care
Domain
Social services / Disability support / Youth care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Personal care assistance, emotional regulation support, life skills coaching, community connection facilitation, trauma-informed care approach
Preferred skills
Therapeutic Care Model familiarity, care planning knowledge, disability support experience, allied health background
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Assist with daily personal care routines, de-escalate emotional and behavioral challenges, foster independence and confidence, connect youth with community networks
Seniority
Junior, entry-level IC