Feed your passion for working with youth- Do you want to make a difference?

HomeBridge Youth Society offers an interdisciplinary approach to youth care comprising of six facilities around the metro area as well as Bridges for Learning, an accredited school program. Youth between the ages of 12 and 18 experience therapeutic interventions, support, and opportunities with a focus on evidence-based approaches to stabilization, education and life skills. Does this sound appealing to you?

We are currently looking for Part-Time Youth Care Workers:

Here's what you need to get an interview:

- Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in the Social Science field OR possess a Diploma in Child and Youth Care or Social Services or other related field
- A combination of experience, training and education in an alternate field may be considered
- Experience working in the field of Child & Youth, specifically with children and youth with complex mental health and/or addictions is preferred

Skills and Abilities:
- Working understanding of current Youth Care Practices
- Awesome inter-personal, communication and organizational skills
- An ability to connect with young people who are resistant to developing relationships
- Teamwork and a desire to have fun at work
- Advanced video game skills, athletically or musically inclined and youth-friendly
- Open and willing to work shift work, including overnights, weekends and holidays




- Valid certification in First Aid/CPR, (ASIST) Suicide Intervention, NVCI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Mental Health First Aid are considered assets

What we can offer you:
- $27.10 an hour to start
- Shift premium rates are applied on nights and weekends ($4.00 per hour on nights and $4.00 per hour on weekends)
- Rewarding work in a positive and ethical workplace
- Flexibility with your schedule- ability to pick up extra shifts
- Amazing training and professional development opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement
- A chance to work with some incredible, and resilient young people

Just so you are aware:
- Applicants will be subject to a Child Abuse Registry Screen and Vulnerable Sector Search
- HomeBridge is a Unionized and Tobacco-Free environment

We encourage applicants from Indigenous People, Black and other racially visible people, people with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community to self-identify in your correspondence Still interested? Drop us a resume and cover letter expressing your interest and telling us a bit about yourself.

Pay: From $27.10 per hour

Advantages

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:
- Direct Youth Care expereince: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Youth Care Worker (Part-time) (Dartmouth)
🏢 HomeBridge Youth Society
📍 Dartmouth