Child and Youth Worker

Somerset West Community Health Centre•Ottawa, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child and Youth Worker will coordinate and facilitate community based child and youth programs. The Child and Youth Worker will provide educational services, support and advocacy, and participate in the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of age and culturally appropriate programs to help meet the needs of children, youth and their families using a capacity building and health promotion framework.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years experience in child and youth work
Child and Youth Worker or Early Childhood Education Diploma
Fluency in English required.
Must speak French, job Option 1
Criminal Reference check for working with vulnerable populations
Current CPR level C, First Aid and Food Handlers Certification
Adequate energy level and ability to meet the physical demands of the job
Working knowledge and use of major computer programs
Strong knowledge of child development and behaviour guidance techniques
Effective at communicating and problem solving

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of French an asset, Job Option 2

Responsibilities

Direct service with children 6-12 years at an After School Program
Plans programs that enhance cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development
Implement, monitor, and evaluate community based programs, providing required stats to Lead Child and Youth Worker and entering groups information into database
Provide updates and contact with parents when necessary
Monitor and maintain/purchase adequate supplies and equipment for programming
Create linkages with available community resources i.e. local schools, recreation centres
Ensure all program safety measures being met
Works closely with and support program staff, volunteers, and student placements