Casual Specialized Child and Youth Support Worker - Delta Job Category : Staffed Living Support Services Part-Time On-site Are you looking for a rewarding and exciting career in Social Services and Community Living?

Strive Living

Society is seeking compassionate, enthusiastic individuals to join our progressive non-profit organization as Specialized Child and Youth Support Workers . This position involves working in a one-to-one support setting within our Specialized Resource residence , providing care to individuals who are neurodiverse this includes diagnoses such as Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, Seizures, ADHD, FASD, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Developmental Language Disorder. Strive also supports individuals experiencing mental health challenges, self-injurious behavior, and risk-related behaviors.

These highly individualized environments allow for focused behavior support and the opportunity to build strong, meaningful connections with each child in the home. Strive is a non-profit registered charity providing residential and community inclusion supports to children, youth, adults, and older adults throughout the lower mainland since 1988. Strive's Mission is "To partner with individuals of diverse abilities to lead healthy, fulfilling lives by providing a foundation of support." Strive's Vision is "Building a continuum of services to support the needs of individuals at every stage of life." Strive offers fully paid benefits, great learning and development opportunities, and an engaging, positive environment for a long-term career.

Employer paid Criminal Record Check Clearance Employer paid dental benefits including orthodontic coverage Employer contribution to Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) Employer paid Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)



Casual employees are provided up to an additional 10.2% of wages in lieu of benefits Competitive paid annual vacation Generous statutory holiday pay Flexible schedules to accommodate life/work balance Inclusive environment with team building events and cultural celebrations Access to community member discounts Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth *Providing primary support to the individual as part of a collaborative team, while working toward personalized goals and ensuring consistent, person-centered care. Implementing safety and behavior support plans under the guidance of the broader care team. Completing professional documentation, including tracking sheets, daily logs, incident reports, and email communications with the care team.

Assisting with daily household tasks to maintain a safe and supportive environment—this includes meal preparation, medication administration, personal care, recreational activities, and life skills development. Modeling positive behavior, promoting social and emotional well-being, and maintaining clear, professional boundaries at all times Driving the youth in the community for family inclusion, cultural events, medical appointments, school and recreational outings. Along with liaising with the extended care team and family.

Relationship and rapport building by fostering a caring, secure and positive environment. Attend ongoing training opportunities to contribute towards decisions within the program. Knowledge and experience working with individuals who are neurodiverse, at-risk,



mental health challenges and high-risk behaviors. with developmental disabilities, at-risk youth with physical disabilities, mental health concerns and behaviors.

Trauma-informed lenses of understanding the needs and barriers the youth face, daily. Clear, concise and professional communication and language skills to carry out verbal and written documentation. Command of English language with ability to communicate effectively and complete daily documentation Ability to understand and follow health care plans, protocols, schedules, safety and behavioral plans.

Ability to follow policies and procedures, including health and safety policies. Competence to safely accompany/transport individuals to school, appointments and community engagements. Knowledge and experience with community resources, family and social integration, and modelling appropriate life skills.

Class 5 BC Driver's License required and clean driver's abstract ~ Personal vehicle for work and car insurance with third-party liability of $2 million ~ Positive Behaviour Management Training ~ Criminal Record Clearance, Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Children and Family Development ~ MANDT Training will be offered in house ~ Food Safe Certificate ~Note: If you do not have all of these, but demonstrate you are a good fit for the position, Strive may be able to assist you to acquire some of the requirement. Strive ensures the health and safety of all employees by acting with an abundance of caution and adhering to guidelines from the Ministry of Health, mandating regular safety training, and providing employees with access to personal protective equipment.

Strive Living

Society is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.

📌 Casual Specialized Child and Youth Support Worker - Delta
🏢 Strive Living Society
📍 Delta