The Child and Youth Care Worker is responsible to provide care for children with complex medical needs, 24 hours/7 days a week in a group living setting. This position will provide support in all areas of living including; social, mental, physical, cultural and/or spiritual; through participation in home and community-based activities.

HERE’S WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Community Support Worker certificate or approved equivalent
• Previous Community Inclusion/behavioral support experience is an asset
• Ability to relate to families and caregivers
• Ability to relate supportively to a person with developmental disabilities and mental health issues
• A philosophy of service that is in line with Communitas’ Vision, Mission and Values
• Familiar with and able to implement “Spirit of Gentleness” principles
• Ability to take initiative with creativity
• Excellent team work skills, ability to maintain Honest, Direct and Respectful relationships
• Ability to receive direction as well as ability to work independently without supervision
• Must have strong ability to enforce boundaries and expectations and have strong leadership skills
• Ability to model appropriate behavior (conduct, performance, concern for people, morale, compliance with program policy and procedures, work performance standards, professionalism, ethics and professional integrity, social relational skills)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with computer use and able to learn new software programs
• Use of personal vehicle required for client appointments, etc.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license
• Possession of a valid Emergency First Aid certificate with CPR

Please refer the Job description for details