Children & Youth Support Worker
Core
Provide trauma-informed and therapeutic care to children and youth in out-of-home care within a residential program.
Role type
frontline care worker (children and youth)
Builds
residential care program for young people under 18
Domain
social services / out-of-home care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
trauma-informed care, empathy, patience, resilience, communication, team collaboration, driving (P2 license or higher), working with vulnerable people clearance, criminal history check clearance
Preferred skills
experience in coaching, parenting, or volunteering with children/youth
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
work 24/7 roster including sleepovers, weekends, and active awake shifts; navigate complex trauma responses and behaviors; provide consistent support and nurture to children and youth
Seniority
entry-level to mid-level (Certificate 3 or equivalent)