Youth Worker

Bayfield Treatment Centres • Belleville, ON

1d • CA$23 - CA$27 • Onsite

About The Position

Bayfield Treatment Centers, a private agency that provides support to children and youth, is seeking applications for full-time and part-time Youth Support Workers in our Treatment Homes in the Prince Edward County, and Trenton areas. We are looking for hard-working, dedicated individuals with a flexible schedule to join our excellent team of direct care staff. A college diploma in Child and Youth Work, Social Services or other related field, will be considered an asset, however, we are also accepting applications for a Child and Youth Worker Apprenticeship. If you're looking to upgrade your education while gaining experience in the field of Youth Work, this position is for you! This role provides for the daily care and supervision of Bayfield's youth 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 Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Current Immunization Record and TB test
• Insurable driving record with a minimum "Class G" Driver's License
• First Aid and CPR certification

Nice To Haves

• Applicants with relevant life experience and willingness to upgrade their education will be considered for the apprenticeship program

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a therapeutic environment for a diverse population of children and youth experiencing a range of social, behavioural, and mental health difficulties
• Assist youth in achieving their Plan of Care goals
• Coordinate and participate in recreational and activities for the youth
• Develop therapeutic relationships with youth, using various teaching, mentoring, and counseling skills
• Support a team approach to sharing program activities, daily care responsibilities, and problem solving
• Follow behavioural support and intervention guidelines including crisis intervention
• Complete administrative tasks related to client progress reports, incident reports, and behaviour tracking

Benefits

• Meals provided while on shift during mealtimes.
• Casual dress and on-site parking.
• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement: full-time positions with a 6-step pay grid from $26.74/hour to $29.59/hour (inclusive of the $3/hour Permanent Wage Enhancement) with extended healthcare, medication and dental plans, as well as a company pension plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree