Casual Child and Youth Workers

The Program

Spirit of Our Youth homes provide culturallybased programming support and safe homebased accommodations to First Nations Metis or Inuit children and youth age 3 to 24. Our traumainformed services empower those we serve and help foster community connections with honesty compassion and respect.

Our wellmaintained homes are located in safe established neighborhoods. Close to schools playgrounds and easy access to transportation our homes are part of the community and create a welcoming environment. We provide meals and snacks a monthly clothing allowance recreational opportunities and transportation.

Traditional teachings can empower youth to make strong connections with family and community. Each youth has access to a cultural coordinator who provides individual support and cultural opportunities including monthly sweats weekly sharing circles smudging pipe ceremonies feasts dances traditional healing languages and access to community Elders and cultural helpers.

The Position

Shifts are on rotation and include weekends:
Overnight Awake 11pm to 8am
Days 8am to 4pm
Afternoon/Evening 3pm to 11pm

For youth reconnecting to their indigenous culture can be a powerful way to heal from past traumas and to envision a stronger healthier future. In safe nurturing environment our trained youth workers build individualized programs that teach basic skills and help youth set and achieve personal goals. With positive rolemodeling and a traumainformed approach to care we help them plan for their future create healthy relationships with their families & communities and focus on the personal empowerment found through a connection with indigenous culture

In Your Role You Will

Assist and support youth with developing and achieving personal goals.
Teach and encourage ageappropriate life skills such as; communication emotional well being problem solving cooking cleaning budgeting being a positive role model etc.
Supervise and participate in programming and activities that promote social/emotional /physical development to build competence and selfworth and achieve personal goals.
Ensure individuals basic needs are met (personal care life skills and social/occupational skills)
Daily household tasks at the residence/program facility (May include cleaning laundry or assisting the youth in care with the completion of these tasks etc.
Drive children/youth to and from school medical appointments recreational activities community resources and support networks.
Plan support and/or deliver culturally appropriate programs services workshops and outings; encouraging youth to learn and participate in their culture.
Contribute toward design implementation and evaluation of individual service plans program specific policies & procedures.

***Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

Certificate Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Work Social Work Psychology Human Services etc.
2 years related experience (youth programming group homes supported independent living daycare out of school care etc.
Preference for First Nations Metis Indigenous applicants as per the CHRC Aboriginal Employment Policy
Valid Class 5 Drivers License and clean drivers abstract with personal car insurance 2 million in third party liability)
Must be able to deal with any crisis situations to ensure safety for youth in the program.
First Aid/CPR Certificate
Suicide Intervention Self Harm Crisis Intervention and Medication Administration training
Aboriginal awareness and cultural diversity training
Able to work and follow Spirit of Our Youth Homes Inc. policies and procedures and adhere to Alberta Child Youth and Family Enhancement Act.
Knowledge of the Canadian Accreditation Council of Human Services
Able to lift 50 lbs.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

Spirit of Our Youth was started in 2000 out of a passion for helping indigenous youth. From one home in Central Edmonton we have grown to operate 5 Group Care Homes a Supported Independent Living program as well as a Drive and Supervised Visits program.

In 2013 Spirit of our Youth became part of Taproot Community Support Services the largest privatelyowned national social services company in Canada. While operating autonomously Spirit has full access to the extensive Taproot Community Support Services resources.

Our Employees Enjoy

Safe respectful and caring team environment
Training programs to ensure professional development and career development
Flexible hours
Generous benefit packages for full time employees

For more information on Spirit of Our Youth and Taproot Community Support Services or to apply for this position visit our website at www.spirityouth.

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what weve identified and you think you can bring value to the role wed love to learn more about you! Please apply.

EqualOpportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equalopportunity employer we prioritize diversity equity and inclusion across all operations. Were seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.