Job Description

Key Assets is part of a global organization, changing the lives of children everywhere. In Canada, our non-profit offices are located in Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nova Scotia. Within Ontario, our office is in located in Mississauga. Collectively, our dynamic organization provides various support services to young people and families with complex needs. This includes foster family placements, family-based care, alternate care, therapeutic support, clinical services and community training.

We are a growing company seeking talented Child and Youth Workers to be with us while we grow.

We are currently hiring in Burlington, Ontario for the position of: Child and Youth Worker(s) (Full-time, Part-time, and Casual/Relief Positions Available)

We are looking for innovative and creative Child and Youth Care Workers to provide care, supervision, and support to young people with complex needs. The work is varied and will include relationship building, planning, and participating in social and recreational activities including teaching life skills, providing educational supports and developing and implementing individualized intervention plans.

The successful applicant(s) must be confident, energetic, adaptable, patient, self-aware, physically active, and able to safely intervene in crisis situations. Shift work, including weekends, and overnights is required.

Qualifications: To be successful in this role, the candidate is

required

to have:

Child and Youth Worker Diploma/Degree or Developmental Services Worker Diploma/ or Social Service Worker Diploma Registration with the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care would be considered an asset. A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant regulations and legislation pertaining to children's services in Ontario (Child and Youth Family Services Act and Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services Licensing standards). A minimum of 1 year experience, with preference given to those that have worked with children in Foster Care and / or Alternate Care settings Ability to work a rotational schedule including evenings, weekends and overnights. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to supporting individuals from diverse cultures, experiences and backgrounds Must have valid First Aid, CPR and current certification in an approved Crisis Prevention and Intervention Program A valid G license with a clean driving record and daily access to a safe/reliable vehicle with a minimum of $2-Million liability insurance A current Broad Range Check (Police Screening) and Child Welfare Screening Proof of update to medical immunizations and health assessment from a registered healthcare professional Key Assets Offers: Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience starting at $26.00/ hr (Key Assets pays $23.00 + $3.00 top up from government funding) Group Health Benefits enrollment (health, dental, and life etc.) and competitive RRSP contribution matching up to 5% of employee contribution, benefits vary by position Annual leave entitlement of 15 days per year (3 weeks), benefits vary by position Sick leave entitlements, benefits vary by position Learning and development, training, and certification opportunities
HOW TO APPLY: If you want to help us provide invaluable support to children, youth, adults and their families please send your cover letter and resume by email to Recruitment@keyassets.ca

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Application Deadline: This ad will remain open until we fill the positions we require.

At Key Assets, we pledge our commitment to valuing diversity and inclusion and strive to act with cultural sensitivity and respect. We are strongly committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the populations that we serve and will continuously strive to build and sustain an equitable work environment. We will always challenge the norm, ask questions, and keep our promises. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, which includes applicants from all cultures, diverse gender identity and expression, race, and others who contribute to our diverse population. We ask applicants who may require an accommodation to contact our Human Resources Department who will work to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation(s) for the interview and selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person