Multiple Program Casual/ Youth Care Worker - Prince Albert, SK (Personal Services)

Location: Prince Albert, SK
Position: Full Time/Part Time Youth Care Worker and Multiple Program Casual
Posting Closing Date: Continuous

Join our Team as a FULL-TIME / PART-TIME Youth Care Worker and MULTIPLE PROGRAM CASUAL!

Position Overview:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, youth, and adults with complex needs? Join our team as a Youth Care Worker and become a part of a dynamic, inclusive environment where you can provide care, support, and guidance to those who need it most. As a Youth Care Worker, you will be a key player in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured living environment. You will work alongside participants to help them grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. Your role will involve fully engaging in all aspects of the group living experience, offering both emotional and physical support while being a positive role model.

Education and Professional Certification

•  Completion of a high school diploma.
•  A certificate, diploma, or degree in child and youth care (CYC) or in a related field of study is an asset.

Experience

• One (1) year of experience working with children, youth, and/or adults with behavioral, cognitive, mental health, and/or developmental challenges. 

Skills and Characteristics

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to complete tasks independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to form genuine relationships.
•  Ability to lead through motivation, role-modelling, and support.
• Outgoing personality with interests that can be used to engage participants (i.e. outdoors, arts, sports, etc.).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Emotional competence and self-awareness.
• Ability to display empathy, patience, and understanding in day-to-day interactions.
• Knowledge of behavior management and support methods.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Innovative activity planning and programming skills.
• Ability to set clear, attainable goals.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations.
• Understands budget and allocation of resources.
• Open to continuous education and learning and development opportunities.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities

Services

• Provide care and support to vulnerable persons with complex needs, behavioral issues, developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, and/or other related issues.
• Maintain a therapeutic milieu.
• Participate in the development and implementation of activity plans.
• Engage and fully participate with the participants.
• Provide observations to clinical professionals and unit managers regarding treatment plans, goal setting, and/or life skills.
• Participate in team meetings and discussions.
• Teach participants life skills such as self-care, cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and positive interactions.
• Resolve conflicts and respond to crisis situations using behavioral management and support methods including conflict resolution, crisis management, and life space interviewing.
• Complete reports and documentation clearly, accurately, in a timely manner, and within agency standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Leadership

• Provide support and guidance to potential employees, practicum students, and volunteers as directed by the unit manager.
• Display positive role modelling, agency values, and fairness.
• Collaborate with and communicate to the multidisciplinary team when required. 

Management of Resources

• Provide input to the operational budget and the unit's capital plan. 
• Submit receipts and reconcile expenses for unit manager approved expenditures. 
• Ensure vehicle log is completed accurately when agency vehicle is used.
• Ensure care, cleanliness, and maintenance of assigned assets and resources including; building(s), vehicles(s), furnishings, and equipment.

Safety

• Maintain, promote, and reinforce safe work habits, practices, and procedures.
• Adhere to written or verbal agency and government regulations, policies, practices, and instructions.

At Ranch Ehrlo Society, we understand the importance of recognizing and rewarding the valuable contributions of our team members. That's why we offer a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond just salary. From comprehensive health and wellness benefits to opportunities for professional development and growth, we prioritize the well-being and success of our employees. Additionally, our package includes perks such as recognition programs, and a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. 

Apply now at our website  https://ehrlo.com/  to take the first step toward an enriching career with us! 

Additional Requirements 

The incumbent is responsible for completing all mandatory training requirements for the position as per agency policy and guidelines.   

Employees must hold a class five (5) novice two (2) or higher driver's license and be eligible for coverage under our commercial auto insurance policy. 

Full/Part Time Wage Range: $24.09 to $31.15 per hour.

Casual Wage Range: $20.16 to $23.37 per hour.

If you have any questions, please contact Robin Wildey at 306-930-9585.

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