Job Description
The Opportunity
CarePros is hiring multiple Casual Child and Youth Care Workers in Edmonton, AB. This role is most commonly in a group home setting providing care to children and youth with complex behavioural needs.
At CarePros, our programs are unlike what you would expect in a traditional group home setting. Our programs are structured around the individual child/youth that you will be caring for, with a 2-1 (staff to youth ratio). This provides a safe environment where you can develop a meaningful relationship with the youth you are responsible for caring for.
You will report directly to the Field Supervisor of your assigned program, who will be your key source of training, guidance and support through your journey at CarePros.
Our Mission
We guide children and youth to achieve personal success by nurturing their physical, social, cultural, and emotional well-being.
Availability Requirements
- This position will be casual and should have availability for Monday-Friday 2-10 pm & 3-9 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am- 9pm, or all the days in the week 3-11 pm or 4pm- 12 am.
Apply at CarePros if
- You're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and youth in Edmonton.
- You have experience working with complex behavioural challenges, and are comfortable in a group home setting.
- You want to be a part of a fast-growing, award-winning organization with many opportunities for growth and career progression.
What You'll Do
- Establish a relationship to guide and support youth through mentorship, role modelling, and positive reinforcement
- Supervise children/youth in the program and the community
- Complete and maintain documentation of daily activities and observations
- Participate in the Care Team through the ongoing development of care plans and programs
- Perform routine general program responsibilities such as cleaning & organization
Who You Are
- Direct experience working with youth with complex behavioural and mental health needs
- Knowledge of child and youth care mental wellness practices
- Knowledge of processes and procedures for providing home care
- Trauma Informed Care practices
- Six (6) months+ of related experience working with youth
- Completion of Degree/Diploma in Human Services field
- Standard First Aid and CPR Level CPR + AED
- Police Information Check; including Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 3 months (This can be applied for during the interview process)
- Children Services Intervention Record Check within the last 3 months (This can be applied for during the interview process)
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong computer and technology skills
Additional Assets/Skills that you may bring to the table:
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Current driver's abstract
- Reliable vehicle and auto insurance (with $2m coverage)
Additional Trainings that are assets:
- Suicide Prevention
- Mental Health First Aid
What We Offer
As a valued employee at CarePros, you'll receive the following:
- The compensation for this position is $18.10 to $22 per hour based on qualifications and experience
- Performance-Based Pay Increases - at CarePros we reward high performance
- Comprehensive training and support
- Opportunity for growth within the organization
Who We Are
CarePros is a leading Children's Services Agency that provides Trauma-Informed Personalized Community Care and Agency Foster Care placements to children and youth with complex medical and behavioural diagnoses. We focus on cultural connection, family reunification and the transition of complex youth with disabilities into adulthood.
CarePros is a highly awarded organization with several accolades:
- 2022 New Innovators List - People Leader (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)
- 2021 #29 on The Globe and Mail Canada's Top Growing Companies
- 2021 Canada's Safest Employer Awards
- 2020 Diversity Award of Distinction from Alberta Chambers of Commerce
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual
Part-time hours: 24 per week
Salary: $18.10-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Paid time off
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
Application question(s):
- What days / evenings / hours are you currently available for?
- How many years of experience do you have working with children and youth with aggressive behaviours?
- How many years of experience do you have working with children and youth in a group home setting?
- Are you able to speak, read, and write fluently in English? What other languages, besides English, are you able to speak, read, and/or write in?
- Have you previously been employed with CarePros?
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 driver's license (preferred)
- Police Information Check (Including Vulnerable Sector Check) (preferred)
- Children Services Intervention Record Check (preferred)
- First Aid Certification and CPR Level C (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2023-07-24
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