Social Services Youth Support Worker

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association, Central Region•Red Deer, AB

2d•CA$26 - CA$30•Onsite

About The Position

McMan is a not-for-profit agency that has been operating since 1975. McMan provides a range of comprehensive programs across Alberta. Earning a sound reputation from success stories and positive relationships, McMan has become well known for being a responsive, highly competent, and innovative partner in service delivery. A diverse range of programs and services are accessible through local offices across Alberta to anyone who needs help. We believe that help from someone who cares should never be out of reach. Our Family Resource Network located in Red Deer is seeking a: Full-Time Permanent Youth Support Worker The FRN (Family Resource Network) is funded through the Childcare and Early Intervention Delivery Branch of The Ministry of Children and Family Services and has been created to provide Alberta families, with children aged 0-18 and youth up to age 24 with evidence based and informed services. The services offered by the FRN will include child development, well-being support, caregiver capacity building support, and social connections and support.

Requirements

Post secondary diploma at minimum, preferred degree directly related to Human Services from an approved institution
Required 1 year of frontline human services experience, preferred 3 years of human services work related to working with families
Proof of Membership in Professional Association (when applicable)
Committed to provide common sense, understandable and useful support to youth.
Basic First Aid Level C with adult, child, and infant CPR &AED
Suicide Intervention Training & De-Escalation Training
Intervention Record & Criminal Record Checks with the vulnerable sector
Class 5 drivers license, clean drivers abstract and reliable vehicle for client transportation required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Child, Youth, Family Enhancement Act considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Provided direct support, mentorship, and advocacy to youth (12-24) in individual and group settings
Develop and implement individualized goals and intervention strategies in collaboration with youth
Support youth in accessing community resources, education, employment, housing, healthcare and other community services
Assist youth in building natural supports
Monitor and document client progress and maintain accurate case notes
Assist with conflict resolution and promote a safe, inclusive and supportive environment