Job Description

Child and Youth Care / Child & Youth Special Needs Worker #2025-017

Location:

Vanderhoof & Fraser Lake, BC

Positions:

1

Hours of Work

: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30 to 4:30pm; CYSN 22.5 hours per week + CYC 15 hours per week.

Posting Date:

July 17, 2025

Closing Date:

until filled

Start Date:

As Soon as Possible

Salary:

$27.54 - 31.61/hour as per CSSEA & CSSBA Collective Agreement (JJEP Wage Grid Level 11)

Job Summary

Connexus is seeking an individual with the desire to make a difference in the lives of children & youth as well children and youth and/or their families. The successful candidate will work as part of a larger team & independently to provide groups and 1-1 services with children and youth, up to the age of 18.

Child and Youth Care Special Needs Worker

will receive referrals will be initiated by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Services provided may include behavior management, life skills training and parenting. The children and youth in the program could present with the following: mental health concerns, behavioural concerns, or diagnosis of Autism, FASD and Mild Intellectual Disability.

Child and Youth Care Worker:

Provides services directly to children and youth, who have been removed or are at risk of being removed from their families; or children who have a mental health disorder or who are at risk of developing a mental health disorder. This program may also provide services to children and youth who have development disabilities. The service will provide short term, intensive and outcome-focused interventions/services that promote growth and improve family functioning. This program will focus on developing the personal, life, social and familial competencies in children and youth

Qualifications & Experience:

A Diploma in Child & Youth Care/Human Services or related field. One-year recent related experience, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Courses and/or working knowledge of common childhood disorders (Autism, FASD, ADHD) and effective treatment methods an asset for work with child/youth clients or willing to work towards these professional development requirements. Must be sensitive to and respectful of cultural differences, differences in socio-economic status and lifestyle diversity. Must be non-judgmental. Knowledge of relevant socio-historical events relevant to Indigenous culture. Intermediate Computer Skills (moderate understanding of operating systems, word processing, graphics, spreadsheets, databases).

Required:

Valid class 5 driver's license & satisfactory drivers abstract Criminal Record Check clearance This position requires union membership

Our Commitment to You:

We make significant investments in our people, which is why we take great care to hire those who we believe will thrive at Connexus. As a Connexus Team member, you can expect to be treated with dignity and respect, to be challenged with your work, and to have the autonomy necessary to excel.

Benefits for full-time: Extended Health, Dental, Pension Plan, Paid Sick Days, LTD, Vacation 3 weeks + more Connexus is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $27.54-$31.61 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vanderhoof, BC: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (preferred)
Application question(s):

Are you a Canadian citizen, or a permanent resident or have a valid work permit to work in Canada?
Education:

DCS / DEC (required)
Experience:

Child & Youth: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Class 5 Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person