Casual Specialized Child & Youth Support Worker - Coquitlam

Strive•Coquitlam, BC

56d•$28•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a rewarding and exciting career in Social Services and Community Living? Strive Living Society (Strive) is seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual to join our progressive non-profit organization as a Casual Specialized Child and Youth Support Worker, working at our Coquitlam location. The position entails working in a two to one setting at our residential locations with individuals who are diagnosed with developmental delays, mental health, ADHD, FASD, Autism, OCD, self-harming and challenging behaviours. These individualized settings foster opportunities to focus on behaviour management and strengthen the bond with each child in the home.

Requirements

Class 5 BC Driver's License required and clean driver's abstract
Personal vehicle for work and car insurance with third-party liability of $2 million
Minimum of 1-year of experience (or combination of education and experience)
Positive Behaviour Management Training
Criminal Record Clearance, Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Children and Family Development
Out of Country CRC (if you have lived outside of Canada within the last 5 years)
First Aid and CPR Certificate
MANDT Training will be offered in-house
Food Safe Certificate
3 professional references

Responsibilities

Knowledge and experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health concerns and behaviours
An understanding of the needs and barriers faced by individuals with various abilities.
Command of English language with ability to communicate effectively and complete daily documentation.
Ability to understand and follow health care plans, personal protocols, schedules, and activities.
Ability to follow policies and procedures, including health and safety policies.
An understanding of the difference between creating independence vs. creating dependence
Competence to safely accompany/transport individuals to appointments and activities in the community.
Knowledge and experience with community resources, integration, and teaching life skills
The physical ability to perform all the duties required of the position.

Benefits

Employer paid Criminal Record Check Clearance
Paid orientations
Paid trainings (First Aid, CPR, Mandt, etc.) and professional development
Employer paid extended health benefits including prescription medication, paraprofessional services, vision, etc.
Employer paid dental benefits including orthodontic coverage
Employer contribution to Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
Employer paid Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Casual employees are provided up to an additional 10.2% of wages in lieu of benefits
Reimbursement to upgrade to Class 4 BCDL if required (one time only upon successful acquisition)
Competitive paid annual vacation
Generous statutory holiday pay
Generous paid Health Bank
Flexible schedules to accommodate life/work balance
Referral bonus program
Inclusive environment with team building events and cultural celebrations
Health and wellness activities and incentives
Access to community member discounts
Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth