Youth Support Worker

Bayfield Treatment Centres•Ajax, ON

8h•CA$20 - CA$23•Onsite

About The Position

Bayfield Treatment Centre is a private agency that provides support to children, youth, and young adults in a Family Based Care Home setting. This part-time role provides for the daily care and supervision of Bayfield's children, youth, and young adults through the use of various relationship-building, mentoring, teaching, conflict resolution, and crisis management skills.

Requirements

A College diploma in the Social Service Worker, Developmental Service Worker or Child and Youth Worker, or other related field of study is required
A valid Broad Record Criminal Check Screening
Current Immunization Record and TB test
Must have valid Standard First Aid, CPR Level C
A valid G-driver's license with a clean driving record and a safe/reliable vehicle with a minimum of $2 million liability insurance and willingness to transport clients in their vehicles – mileage is reimbursed for approve drives.
Clear Child Welfare Background Check.
A genuine fondness and interest in supporting children, youth and young adults to reach their potential.
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to supporting individuals from diverse cultures, experiences and backgrounds.
Basic computer/technology skills for administrative data entry.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and mentoring in a nurturing and supportive environment for children and young people with various special needs such as FASD, DS, PTSD, ADHD, ASD and self-harm.
Assist children, youth and young adults to reach their full potential in all aspects of their life.
Create and implement programs to increase opportunities for success in all areas of their life.
Work independently with the individuals while collaborating with the entire support team to implement individualized support plans.
Participate in developing and implementing programs to enhance social and life skills.
Provide personal hygiene support.
Organize recreational activities and plan community outings while using consistent and positive behaviour management strategies.
Ensuring safety and security for the individuals on shifts.
Assisting with house tasks such as cleaning and maintenance of the home.
Administration of medication and administrative duties as needed.
Providing support for transporting individuals to visitations as needed.