Full-Time
Child And Youth Worker
Posted on Sep 30
Community Aim
Spruce Grove, AB
Personal Suitability
Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Organized
Ability to Supervise Staff in various areas of responsibility
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding; Tight deadlines
Transportation/Travel Information
Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence; Public transportation is not available
Work Site Environment Non-smoking; Scent free
Security and Safety
Child welfare check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check
Target Audience
Adolescents; Children; Persons with physical disabilities; Persons with mental health disabilities; Persons with learning disabilities; Persons with an intellectual disability; Persons with a disability; Females; Males
Work Setting
Community service organization; Associations and non profit organizations; Children's services facility
Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Additional Skills
Administrative and office activities; Participate in fundraising activities for charity or non-profit organizations; Housekeeping activities; Food preparation
Assigned Areas Youth services
Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills
Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
Experience with Special Needs Children
Children with a physical disability; Children with an intellectual disability; Children with behavioural issues; Children with epilepsy; Children with a mental health disability; Children with allergies
Specific Skills
Supervise and care for children; Provide personal care; Instruct groups and individuals in arts and crafts; Implement life skills workshops; Co-ordinate recreation activities; Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs; Resolve conflict situations; Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures; Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community; Assist clients/guests with special needs; Provide expert advice and consulting services in the design, development and administration of sports, fitness and recreation programs and activities; Assess individuals in areas such as physical limitations, orientation and mobility skills, and cognitive, social and emotional barriers to establish client rehabilitation or adaptation goals
Experience 1 year to less than 2 years
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Medication Administration Certificate; Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
Education
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 yearsor equivalent experience
Languages English
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