Casual Specialized Child/Youth Support Worker - Richmond

Strive•Richmond, BC

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Strive Living Society is seeking compassionate, enthusiastic individuals to join our progressive non-profit organization as Casual Specialized Child and Youth Support Workers for our Staffed Resource in Richmond. This position involves working in a two-to-one support setting within our Specialized Resource, providing care to individuals who are neurodiverse this includes diagnoses such as Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, Seizures, ADHD, FASD, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Developmental Language Disorder. Strive also supports individuals experiencing mental health challenges, self-injurious behavior, and risk-related behaviors. These highly individualized environments allow for focused behavior support and the opportunity to build strong, meaningful connections with each child in the home. Strive is a non-profit registered charity providing residential and community inclusion supports to children, youth, adults, and older adults throughout the lower mainland since 1988. Strive's Mission is "To partner with individuals of diverse abilities to lead healthy, fulfilling lives by providing a foundation of support." Strive's Vision is "Building a continuum of services to support the needs of individuals at every stage of life."

Requirements

Knowledge and experience working with individuals who are neurodiverse, at-risk, mental health challenges and high-risk behaviors. with developmental disabilities, at-risk youth with physical disabilities, mental health concerns and behaviors.
Confident in effective de-escalation and crisis management skills.
Trauma-informed lenses of understanding the needs and barriers the youth face, daily.
An understanding of the needs and barriers faced by individuals with various abilities.
Clear, concise and professional communication and language skills to carry out verbal and written documentation.
Command of English language with ability to communicate effectively and complete daily documentation
Ability to understand and follow health care plans, protocols, schedules, safety and behavioral plans.
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 school, appointments and community engagements.
Knowledge and experience with community resources, family and social integration, and modelling appropriate life skills.
The physical ability to perform all active duties required of the position.
Class 5 BC Driver's License required and clean driver's abstract
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 Police Clearance Certificate (if you have lived outside of Canada for 6 months or more)
First Aid and CPR Certificate
MANDT Training will be offered in house
Food Safe Certificate
3 professional references

Responsibilities

Providing primary support to the individual as part of a collaborative team, while working toward personalized goals and ensuring consistent, person-centered care.
Implementing safety and behavior support plans under the guidance of the broader care team.
Completing professional documentation, including tracking sheets, daily logs, incident reports, and email communications with the care team.
Assisting with daily household tasks to maintain a safe and supportive environment—this includes meal preparation, medication administration, personal care, recreational activities, and life skills development.
Modeling positive behavior, promoting social and emotional well-being, and maintaining clear, professional boundaries at all times
Driving the youth in the community for family inclusion, cultural events, medical appointments, school and recreational outings.
Attend team meetings, providing feedback and input into program development. Along with liaising with the extended care team and family.
Relationship and rapport building by fostering a caring, safe and positive environment.
Attend ongoing training opportunities to contribute towards decisions within the program.
Handle float cards, expenses and budgets for the program.

Benefits

Fully paid benefits
Great learning and development opportunities
Engaging, positive environment for a long-term career
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
Milestone rewards
Access to community member discounts
Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth