Job Description

We are expanding!!

We are currently looking for candidates passionate about working with youth to fill the role of

Youth Care Specialist

in multiple homes. If you are passionate about working with youth and want to make a difference in your community and the lives of young people, then we are the organization for you!

Sacred Pathways Integrative Services Inc. supports children, youth, and families involved with Child Intervention Services in Canada. We offer 24-hour professionally staffed therapeutic homes designed specifically for:

1. At-risk youth, high-risk youth, and youth with complex needs

2. Family reunification for Indigenous families

3. Youth with a disability focus

To learn more about the agency, visit our website at https://www.spis-alberta.ca/

AVAILABLE SHFITS

1. 12-hour Full-Time

Awake

Overnight Shift. Weekends as needed. ($24.00 - $28.00/hr)
3. 12-hour casual shifts. Must be available days, evenings, awake overnights, and weekends. Must work a minimum of 24hrs/month. ($22 - $25/hr)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Observes, assesses and documents significant behaviours emitted by persons served(s) in the Logbook and reports. Creates and designs age appropriate, daily living activities as a forum for therapeutic and educational interventions. Initiates, organizes, monitors and actively participates in group activities, (special outings, concerts, sports, dances, party games, crafts, camping, music) as part of the treatment plan. On an ongoing basis, observes and assesses interactions, behaviours and affect. Teaches and assists persons served in acquiring appropriate skills relating to daily chores, routines, and personal hygiene habits Escorts persons served to medical, dental and optical appointments as necessary. Advocates and actively builds trust and rapport with persons served, their family, and supports through intentional interventions. Intervenes in crisis situations, utilizing non-abusive restraint practices as necessary. Maintains a therapeutic and trauma-informed approach to behaviour management and explains behavioural expectations and consequences. Prepares and cooks meals for persons served and staff, with support from the persons served in accordance with the Canada Food Guide. Cleans the house using universal precautions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Four-year degree

in social work, child and persons served care, or related discipline (mental health, human services, etc.) from an accredited institution
OR

Two-year diploma

in social work, child and persons served care, or related discipline (mental health, human services, etc.) from an accredited institution AND a minimum of

two years' experience in related work

OR

Active enrolment in a related educational program

AND a minimum of

two years' experience in related work

Valid Class 5 drivers license, vehicle registration, and vehicle insurance

A vehicle in good, safe, working condition

to transport clients

Clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector

Clear Intervention Record Check

5-year Drivers Abstract

Standard first aid, suicide prevention, and crisis intervention training are an asset, however, courses are offered after commencement.These are conditions of employment and the financial responsibility of the candidate

Persons with a diploma or degree from

other human services disciplines will be considered for employment if they have extensive

relevant experience or specialized skills.*

Please note:

All of the pre-screening questions must be completed for your application to be considered.

All applications must be sent via Indeed, those sent directly to the organization will not be considered. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Thank you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

Do you have a two year diploma in social work, child and persons served care, or related discipline from an accredited institution AND a minimum of two years experience in related work? (yes/no) Are you actively enrolled in a related educational program AND have a minimum of 2 years experience in related work? OR have extensive experience working with Indigenous people, non-white cultural groups, and/or other communities of persons served and have training relevant to the needs of the population served? (yes/no) Do you have a valid Class 5 drivers license? (yes/no) Do you have a vehicle in good, safe, working condition to transport clients? (yes/no) Are you eligible to work in Canada? (yes/no) Are you able to obtain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector? (yes/no) Are you able to obtain a clear Intervention Record Check? (yes/no) When is your desired start date? Please indicate which shift(s) you would like to apply for: Nights, Casual If you were referred to this position from a current employee, please provide their name below Do you have a 4-year degree in social work, child and persons served care, or related discipline from an accredited Institution? (yes/no)
Work Location: In person