Job Description

Summary:

The Casual Support Worker provides trauma-informed, culturally safe support to Indigenous youth in care, responding on an on-call basis to cover open shifts as needed. This role requires flexibility, dependability, and a grounded presence in high-stress environments. Casual Support Workers play a key role in maintaining consistent support for youth by stepping in during scheduled staff absences, short-notice call-ins, and peak care periods.

Key Responsibilities:

Build trusting, respectful relationships with children and youth in care through compassion, and cultural awareness.

Support youth in developing coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and prosocial behaviours.

Implement individualized behaviour support plans in collaboration with full time staff, caregivers, etc.

Provide crisis de-escalation and stabilization in accordance with agency protocols and trauma-informed practices.

Maintain daily logs, behaviour tracking, incident reports, and other required documentation.

Attend ongoing professional development and Indigenous cultural training.

Advocate for the needs and voices of Indigenous youth within all systems of care.

Ensure the safety and dignity of all children and youth under supervision.

Qualifications:

Abstainer with at least three years continuous sobriety is a requirement by organizational policy.

Post-Secondary education in Child and Youth Work, Social Services, Psychology, Indigenous Studies, or a related field.

Knowledge of trauma-informed care, positive behaviour supports, and youth development

Lived experience as an Indigenous person

Familiarity with Indigenous cultures, languages, traditions, and the intergenerational impacts of colonialism and residential schools

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Above average problem-solving skills

Must be able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Ability to respond calmly in crisis and use de-escalation techniques effectively

Clear vulnerable sector police check and valid driver's license.

Must possess a high level of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and the ability to respond calmly and respectfully under pressure

Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a consistent, grounded presence in high-stress or emotionally charged environments

Upon Hiring

Crisis Prevention and Intervention CPI or similar (UMAB)

Applied Suicide Intervention Training (ASIST)

Fire Extinguisher Handling Training

Infection Control Training

CPR and First Aid Certification, WHMIS Training

Safe Food Handling Training

Expectations for Casual Staff:

Must be available to cover day and night shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Submit weekly availability in advance.

Accept a minimum of 2 shifts per month to remain active on the casual list.

Respond promptly to shift offers; failure to respond or frequent cancellations may result in removal from the roster.

Preferred Assets:

Indigenous ancestry and/or lived experience in an Indigenous community.

Experience with traditional healing practices, ceremonies, and teachings.

Knowledge of local Indigenous Nations and community supports.

Please send a resume and cover letter to:

thomas@nimkee.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.65-$25.00 per hour

Schedule:

Evening shift Every Weekend Holidays Morning shift Night shift On call Weekends as needed
Experience:

Working with youth: 3 years (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-07-20