(2) Youth Support Worker
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Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are looking for two compassionate caring non-judgmental role models who lives a healthy lifestyle and is familiar with the Woodland Cree Culture and practices. The ideal candidate must have strong organizational skills the ability to multi-task must be able to work flexible hours and work independently. If you feel like this would be a good fit for your personality and career ambition we encourage you to apply!
About the facility: The Youth Support Program is located in all LLRIB Health Services Clinics and is part of the Cultural Program located in La Ronge Morins Hill.
About the position: Youth Support Workers will assist children and youth developing life skills social skills and/or access to community resources. Providing individual care and guidance. The candidate will work with the Prevention & Recovery and Cultural staff in the communities with youth community members and health care professional workers.
Duties:
Increasing awareness and understanding of issues among First Nations youth;
Willingness to contribute in thoughtful and innovative ways to development and implementation of awareness and prevention;
Assist in organizing a committee in each community and engaging youth to discuss relevant issues and concerns;
Participate in developing youth planning in each community;
Assist P&R and Cultural team/program in facilitating grief workshops;
Inspire youth to live a healthy lifestyle;
Attend Meetings case conferences and trainings as required;
Other duties as assigned by supervisor &/or designate
Qualifications:
Grade 12 or combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
Strong organizational skills & able to multitask;
Experience in facilitating groups public speaking presentations and writing reports;
Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team;
Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends;
Ability to speak/understand Cree and/or knowledge of Cree culture is an asset;
Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening;
Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License;
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Direct Support
- Behavior Management
- Behavioral Health
- Mediation Experience
- Conflict Management
- Computer Literacy
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Medication Administration
- Social Work
- Writing Skills
