Job is on-site at Edmonton

We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our agency providing client-centered care in a Group Youth Care setting.

This is an AWAKE OVERNIGHT role.

Full-time position with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Each shift is 12 hours (9pm - 9am).

As a Child & Youth Care Worker, the individual works collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized service plans that support the safety, development, and well-being of each child or youth.

Individuals with this designation perform front-line work in the program and carry the responsibility for the daily care, nurturance, supervision, and health of the clients. The role is extensive and carries with it responsibilities in the counseling, teaching and training areas, as well as recording and reporting.

The Child & Youth Care Worker must demonstrate high personal competence in the formation and maintenance of caring, therapeutic relationships. The Child & Youth Care Worker is accountable to the Team Lead and/or the Director(s)

- Responsibilities:

- Provide a secure and nurturing environment for children and youths

- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and programs to meet recreational, educational and therapeutic goals

- Supervise children during playtime, meals, and naptime

- Teaching coping skills, modelling healthy boundaries, and providing consistent emotional support

- Supporting children and youth who may display behaviours such as aggression, resistance, withdrawal, or emotional dysregulation.

- Maintain a clean and organized environment





- Day-to-day service delivery components including, but not limited to cleaning, meal preparation, shopping, medication administration, documentation within established time frames, accompanying to wellness related appointments, and transportation

- Skills:

- Experience with children and family programming, youth in care, residential care, and case- Ability to educate and engage children through creative activities- Counselling skills that utilize problem-solving, de-escalation, goal-setting and preventative interventions with clients in either a 1:1 or group scenario- Patience and compassion to handle challenging behaviors or situations- Organizational skills to plan and implement daily routines and activities

- Education & Qualifications:

- Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Human Services

- A minimum of two (2) years related experience (youth programming, group homes, supported independent living, residential living, out of school care, etc.) is required.

-Standard First Aid and CPR certification (Canadian Provider in person, or blended)

Certification or training in Aboriginal Awareness, Abuse Awareness, Medication Administration,



and Violence/Crisis Intervention is a definite asset. Successful candidates must be ready to undertake these trainings upon hire.

- Applicable Regulatory Requirements

- Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check obtained in the last 5 months

- Clear Intervention Record Check obtained from Children Services in the last 5 months

- Own a reliable 4-door vehicle to transport the individual(s)

- An active Alberta Class 5 Driver's License with a clear Alberta 5-year Driver's Abstract

- $2 Million Alberta Auto Insurance Liability coverage

Note: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities associated with the position. Rather, it provides an understanding of the position. A formal education in human services or early childhood education or a related field is required. Experience working with children is highly valued.

If you have a passion for working with children and creating a positive learning environment, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your resume stating brief description of your experience working with children.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Licence/Certification:

- certificate or diploma in human services (required)
- current vulnerable sector police information check (required)
- standard first aid and CPR certification (required)
- Class 5 drivers licence (required)
- current Intervention Record Check (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Child and Youth Care Worker (Full-time, Awake overnight shifts only - 9pm - 9am) (Canada)
🏢 Grantt Care Services
📍 Canada