Child and Youth Care Worker

Child and Youth Workers

Location: Belleville

Pay: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Benefits

Who we hire:

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to work with youth in a group home setting. Candidates should be educated and have experience assisting youth in therapeutic residential programs. Youth workers will support youth in attending court, academic programming, home visits, and daily functions.

Required Skills:

• Experience with youth who have special needs and behavioral difficulties is preferred.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and participate in a professional treatment team approach.
• Effective social skills to be a positive role model.
• Familiarity with Child & Youth residential programming and assessment skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of concepts of power, privilege, and social location related to various forms of oppression.
• Ability to relate to Indigenous youth and understand relevant issues.

Education and Background:

Completed or working towards one of the following:

• Child and Youth Worker, CYW
• Developmental Service Worker, DSW
• Social Service Worker, SSW
• Police Foundations, Law and Security
• Community Justice Worker
• Youth Outreach Worker
• Addictions Worker, Addictions Counselor
• Mental Health, Corrections
• BSW, Bachelor of Social Work
• Other relevant qualifications

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Minimum Requirements:

• Completed education (diploma) in the field REQUIRED
• Driver's License and reliable vehicle REQUIRED
• CYW or closely related: 1 year (preferred)
• First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Ability to commute/relocate to Belleville, ON (required)

Work Location: In person