Child and Youth Worker - Jobs in Ottawa West, ON

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Child and Youth WorkerThis position will be at one of our four homes - Carp, Carleton Place, Stittsville, AlmonteTerrace Youth Residential Services, Inc. has been providing a full spectrum of services to children and youth since 1998. Our homes are located throughout Ottawa and the surrounding areas, serving children and youth ages 12-17.We are looking for team members who are committed to positively impacting the youth we support. If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of youth who are searching for ways to contribute to their communities, find places of belonging, explore their own values and interests, we would like to hear from you.We are currently looking for staff to work a combination of days/evenings and every second weekend for our group homes located throughout the Ottawa area. Terrace Youth Residential is looking for part time and full time Child and Youth Workers.Terrace Youth Residential is looking for staff team members who demonstrate positive leadership skills and know how to set and maintain professional boundaries with clients. This position will include taking responsibility for the youths’ safety and security and supporting them in the areas of Individual/Group Therapy, Life Skills and Social Skills and assisting with community-based services, including, medical, personal, recreational, and educational needs.Key components of this position include: Obtain information and prepare reports or case historiesImplementing life skills workshopsAssess clients relevant skill strengths and development needsDevelop, coordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the communityProvide suicide and crisis interventionResolve conflict situationsImplement substance abuse treatment programs and behavior management programsLiaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clientsHousekeeping and cookingEducation Requirements: Ideally, you possess a high school diploma along with one of the following: Child and Youth Care Worker (CCW/CYW/CYC) Diploma, Social Service Worker (SSW) Diploma, Community Justice Worker (CJW), Police Foundations (PF). Similar experience working in Social Services will also be considered.Additional Requirements: Criminal record check, Child welfare check, Drivers license, medical exam. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) will be considered an asset.Expected Start Date: As soon as possible.Must be double vaccinated against COVID and be able to provide proof upon hire.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeSalary: $17.00-$21.00 per hourSchedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:

• G (required)

Work remotely:

• No

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