child and youth worker

Posted on December 09, 2024 by Employer details Cowichan Women Against Violence (CWAV) Society

Job details

*Posting Number:* 2024-36 *Posting Date:* December 9, 2024 *Closing Date:* When the right candidate is found *Position:* Child & Youth Worker -Second Stage Housing *Reporting Relationship: *Reports to Second Stage Program Manager *Hours:* 35 hours per week, Sunday - Thursday 1pm-9pm *Benefits*: Competitive salary with benefits after a three-month probationary period, including RRSP contributions, self-care hour, medical, and dental.? *Location:* Duncan, BC *Start Date: *January 6, 2025, depending on candidate availability *Hourly Wage:* $29/hour *About Second Stage:*? Cowichan Women Against Violence Society provides safe and supportive housing for women and children who have experienced domestic violence or other forms of trauma. Our second-stage housing program offers a transitional environment where women can rebuild their lives, develop independence, and gain the skills needed for long-term stability_._ Our program has suites for women with up to 5 children as well as bachelor suites. ? *Position Overview:*? The Child & Youth Worker supports children & youth in navigating the complexities of trauma recovery while fostering a secure and nurturing environment that works to provide safety and build resilience. ? *Key Responsibilities*: *Team Engagement* Work with your team to: · promote feminist and trauma-informed practices.? · foster an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace culture.? · create an environment of transparency and confidentiality.? *Client Services* · Support the emotional needs of children & youth in the program by providing a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. · Provide one-to-one sessions to support children & youth as needed and appropriate. · Provide parenting support to mothers coping with the impact of violence and trauma. · Providing supervised child minding to allows mothers to attend appointments and programming. · Maintaining play and activity supplies in a clean, repaired and orderly manner · Plan and deliver age-appropriate programming for children & youth that addresses the impact of violence and trauma they may have experienced. · Plan and deliver recreational opportunities for women and their children, particularly on weekends. · Support youth in setting and achieving goals using a strength-based approach. · Maintain awareness of other community resources for children and youth and refer as appropriate. · Consults with social workers, other professionals, and family when appropriate · Maintains accurate and current programming and client files · Work with other internal and external programs to provide supports. *Administrative & Facility Duties*? · Maintain accurate documentation and records as per CWAVS policies. · Maintain a safe working environment, following all health and safety protocols as outlined in CWAVS Polices and Procedures. ? *Qualifications*? · Diploma or higher in child & youth care, or equivalent in experience.? · 2+ year of experience working with children and youth · In-depth understanding of family violence and the dynamics and impacts of violence and abuse on women and children. · Knowledge of normal childhood development. · Experience in one-on-one support and group facilitation with children and youth. · Experience working in women?s organizations and non-profit societies. · Familiarity with community resources for women and children in asset. *Skills & Abilities*? · Ability to relate effectively to children and youth, assess their needs, and to communicate with sensitivity and understanding with mothers impacted by violence. · Ability to develop programming and creative activities for children & youth impacted by violence. · Ability to deal with traumatic information including stories of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. · Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and engage effectively in a team · Ability to deliver service in a non-judgemental, respectful, client-ce