Child & Youth Worker; Temporary Springhouse Jobs in Vancouver, Canada at The Bloom Group
Title: Child & Youth Worker; Temporary Springhouse
Company: The Bloom Group
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Category:
Position: Child & Youth Worker (Temporary Full-Time) Springhouse
JOB SUMMARY
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The Child and Youth Support Worker facilitates a safe and supportive environment for children and mothers (and/or guardians) residing within the Women and Children’s Program through the provision of emotional support, information and age-appropriate activities that support childhood development. The incumbent will act in accordance with The Bloom Group philosophy and provide low barrier harm reduction trauma informed support and assistance to women and children in crisis, with a focus on the development of child and youth programs.
EDUCATION/PREVIOUS
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Diploma in Community Social Services, Child and Youth Care or other relevant human services field is required, an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered
Two years recent related work experience providing parenting and educational support to women and children in crisis within a residential setting is required; two years recent experience in a related field such as a women’s advocacy, women’s shelters, women’s transitional housing or second stage housing may be considered
Level 1 Occupational First Aid Certificate is required
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or Mandt training is preferred
Food Safe Certificate is required
WHMIS training is required
REQUIREMENTS:
Gender is a bona fide occupational requirement:
self-identifying women only applicants please
We are particularly interested in receiving applications from women who reflect the diversity of the women who access our services:
Indigenous and Racialized Women strongly encouraged to apply
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally
Demonstration of advanced interpersonal skills specific to the role including de-briefing, active listening, conflict resolution, group facilitation, one to one direct support and problem solving
Demonstrated ability to participate and contribute in a strong team environment with an inclusive and collaborative approach
Strong ability to work under minimal supervision and act with a high degree of independent judgement, taking action on a variety of matters as required
Strong working knowledge of child welfare and protection issues, including relevant legislation and reporting requirements
Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing parenting support, incorporating a women centered, culturally sensitive, strength-based approach
Demonstrated knowledge regarding various philosophies of childhood developmental stages
Ability to develop a positive rapport and interact effectively with children and youth
Demonstrated ability to plan, develop and implement effective programs for children and youth in a shelter/transitional housing environment
Ability to foster a friendly and safe atmosphere within the program, acting as a role model for healthy attitudes and positive relationships
Proven ability to work with a high degree of compassion, understanding and sensitivity
Demonstrated ability to provide non-judgmental, client-centered, non-therapeutic emotional and practical support to women and children in crisis
Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback
Demonstrated commitment to continual learning and improvement through the incorporation of reflective work-based learning approaches
Knowledge and understanding of the complex issues which affect women and children in poverty, with a demonstrated awareness of specific issues facing aboriginal women, women of colour, ageing women and women with disabilities
Proven ability to work in a stressful and changing work environment
Demonstrated experience or training in conflict resolution, de-escalation and risk assessment
Demonstrated ability to support individuals with mental health and substance use issues, utilising a harm reduction approach and working within a trauma informed care model
Ability to work and empathize with people who may have experienced abuse, poverty, grief and loss, oppression, violence, mental health challenges, addictions issues or may be living with HIV/AIDS and other life-limiting or life-threatening conditions
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position, experience operation related equipment and ability to effectively use industrial cleaning products
Please submit your application via email to careers with the job posting number in the subject line. Include your full name, contact number and email, cover letter and resume in your application.
