child and youth worker

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Employer details Oak Hill Ranch

Job details

*Schedule*: · This position is full-time permanent with a salary range of $54,000.00-$57,000.00 per year. Child and Youth Care Workers work on a 9-day rotational schedule of 3-day shifts (6:45am-3pm), 3-evening shifts (2:45pm-11pm) and 3 days off. No availability of straight days/evenings or weekends. *Oak Hill Ranch* offers services to youth between the ages of 9-16 years who present various behavioral and emotional challenges. We are an accredited campus-based treatment facility with a designation in Intensive Treatment. With the support of Children and Family Services, family and other healthy support networks, we strive to create a therapeutic environment that assists in the young person?s growth and development. Oak Hill Ranch is located ½ mile south of the town of Bon Accord (20 min. N of Edmonton). *Key Responsibilities*: \*NOTE\* This is not a comprehensive list of the job description, but an overall understanding of the position of Child and Youth Care Worker. · Advocates and actively builds trust and rapport with young people (and family) through interactive play, activities, and personal interactions. · Maintains a therapeutic approach to behavior management and explains behavioral expectations and consequences to young people. · Intervenes in crisis situation with young people. · Provides counselling opportunities for young people focusing upon their needs and problems. · Teaches and assists young people in acquiring appropriate skills relating to daily chores, routines, and personal hygiene habits. · Creates and designs age-appropriate activities, including active recreation (special outings, concerts, sports, dances, party games, crafts, camping, music). · Creates and revises individual treatment plans and daily evaluations. · On an ongoing basis, observes and assesses interactions, behaviors and affect. · Attends medical, dental and optical appointments as necessary. *Qualifications and Professional Experience*: · Diploma/Degree in Human Services, preference given to Child and Youth Care and Social Work disciplines. · Minimum 1 (one) year experience working with high-risk youth in out-of-home placements. · Valid driver?s license. · Clean Police Security Clearance, Clean Intervention Record Check and a Clean Driver?s Abstract are conditions of employment and the financial responsibility of the candidate. · Experience & knowledge in First Nations culture is an asset for all positions. · Standard 1st Aid (level C), ASIST Suicide Certificate(s) are an asset; however, courses are offered after commencement. · Full vaccinated against COVID-19. _Please submit your interest with a resume and cover letter to Amber Mansell, Recruitment and Training Coordinator at amansell@oakhillranch.ca _ _Thank you for your interest in Oak Hill Ranch. We only contact candidates who are selected for interviews. _ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: * Casual dress * Company pension * Dental care * Discounted or free food * Employee assistance program * Life insurance * On-site parking * RRSP match * Vision care * Wellness program Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Evening shift Application question(s): * Are you able to provide a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector (within past 6 months)? * Are you able to provide a clear child intervention check (within past 6 months)? Experience: * youth care: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: * Class 5 Drivers License (preferred) Work Location: In person