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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
or equivalent experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.): First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate; Emergency child care first aid and CPR

Specific Skills: Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories; Implement life skills workshops; Appraise clients’ needs or eligibility for specific services; Assess client’s relevant skill strengths and development needs; Provide suicide and crisis intervention; Resolve conflict situations; Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses; Implement behaviour management programs; Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures; Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs; Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community; Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients; Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Additional Skills: Administrative and office activities; Housekeeping activities; Food preparation
Weight Handling: Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
Work Setting: Private residence; Group home
Target Audience: Adolescents; Children; Culturally diverse groups; Persons with mental health disabilities; Females
Type of Community or Social Service: Child welfare; Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders); Early intervention programming for at-risk youth; Programs dealing with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Security and Safety: Child welfare check; Driver’s validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Medical exam; Criminal record check;
Transportation/Travel Information: Vehicle supplied by employer; Valid driver’s licence;
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure;
Ability to Supervise: 3-4 people;
Work Location Information: Work in employer’s/client’s home; Urban area; Various locations;
Personal Suitability: Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement;

Only apply to this job if:

If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.

Location: Various locations

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Tagged as: Child And Youth Worker

Child And Youth Worker Full Time Permanent

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