At OIB Child and Youth Services we believe that all children and youth should have the opportunity to live in a secure and nurturing environment. We provide all-inclusive care in a residential setting to children ranging in age from 6-12 years old. Staff at OIB provide a high level of care and support impacting the development and well-being of the youth in our homes.

Job Description
Provide support for daily living activities including shopping and meal preparation, laundry, and housekeeping
Work with the youth’s team to help facilitate family connection, life skills supports and activities
Assist in the general housekeeping and maintenance of the facility
Escort youths to off-site programs, appointments, and other planned events
Manage and administer medications
Provide emotional and behavioral support
Log in and check daily communications and emails
Document according to Policy and Procedures charts, notes, and incident reports
Keep current on social concerns and youth issues and best practices

Skills and Abilities
Be familiar with, build and maintain positive relationships with appropriate community resources
Ability to use sound judgement while working in demanding conditions and circumstances




Ability to employ complex behaviour management skills and techniques
Ability to exercise judgment in keeping with program philosophy when supervisor is unavailable for consultation
Ability to problem solve, work independently as well as part of a team
Motivates, assists, and instructs
Reliable and passionate about helping youth in our community
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education, Training and Qualifications
Grade 12 diploma, plus post-secondary education in Human Services i.e. Community, Family and Child Services, Mental Health, Early Childhood Education or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Clear criminal and background check
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
Food Safe Level 1
Negative TB Test
Office computer literacy skills such as Office 365

What We Offer
Competitive Compensation $24 - $29
Extended Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

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📌 Residential Support Worker (British Columbia)
🏢 OIB Child and Youth Services
📍 British Columbia