• Participating in resident assessments
• Preparing internal reports
• Counseling residents individually and/or in a group setting
• Carrying out regular, planned programs and activities
• Providing educational support services as necessary
• Monitors interaction between individual residents and intervene if issues arise
• Teaching social and life skills through interaction and modelling
• Completing logs and incident reports as required
• Administer medications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• The successful candidate is currently enrolled OR has graduated from a College/University program in a human services or related field
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Experience in working with children and young adults with emotional, physical, social, behavioural challenges, and/or dual diagnosed youth would be an asset
• The candidate must be able to utilize excellent decision making skills and be able to effectively solve problems
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to build productive and supportive relationships with both staff and residents
• G-Class Driver’s License
• Must be available evenings and weekends

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum education: Diploma/Certificate
• Required experience: Children/Youth: 1 year
• Required license or certification: Valid G-class

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $17.10 /hour

Job Location: Kitchener-Waterloo, ON

Please note that this position is an elect to work position and personnel are called in on an as needed basis.

Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail hr@pioneeryouthservices.ca or fax (519) 884-3909, quoting “Relief Child and Youth Worker” in the subject line.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Pioneer Youth Services; however only those requested for an interview will be contacted by a representative of Pioneer Youth Services