Pacific Community Resources Society is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and visible minorities.
Personal information will be kept confidential.

The Traverse program in Chilliwack provides bed-based treatment for youth (ages 13-18) whose lives have been impacted by substance use. Traverse is a recreation-based program using a therapeutic approach focusing on trauma-informed practice to provide treatment and basic care, service planning and therapeutic recreation to respond to the emotional and practical needs of youth.
Regular Full Time

- This position requires a adaptable work schedule to meet the operational requirements of a 24-hour, continuous intake, bed-based program.
- Day, evening and weekend work required.

Wage Grid 13 ($30.86 - $32.18 per hour)
This is an opportunity to work as a Youth Support Worker within a larger multi-disciplinary team comprised of clinical counsellors, youth support workers, recreation workers, kitchen team, housekeeping and the intake and transition team.
Supports the day-to-day needs of participants and daily activities of the program, including the emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental needs of participants, in group and 1-1 settings.
Supports youth with emotional regulation and coping skills
Facilitates, co-facilitates, and supports group-based programming with a focus on substance use, relevant mental health skills, life skills and recreation programming.
Participates alongside participants in programming and be a healthy role model by incorporating Traverse program agreements into your practice




Supports youth with exploring and experiencing diverse cultures and spiritualities
Completes and manages daily documentation such as case notes, critical incident reports, care team updates, trip planning, group outlines and programming calendars.
Responds to challenging behaviors and situations with trauma informed practices, using a non-judgmental professional approach with appropriate boundaries and kindness.
Dispenses medication in accordance with medical direction
Plans collaboratively with the treatment team for a caseload of key youth
Creates an atmosphere of inclusivity, acceptance, support and confidence
Knowledge and understanding of addictions, mental health, youth work and trauma-informed practices
Demonstrated ability to work with youth with behavioural, social, emotional and mental health challenges
Effective computer skills and ability to use databases and Microsoft office suite
Self-awareness of personal biases, personal signs of burnout, and self-care practices
Generous paid vacation, personal and sick time; additional paid time off for life events
Additional paid holidays (ex. Health Benefits Coverage with 100% employer-paid premiums - including extended health and prescriptions, dental, vision and paramedical care
Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
Employee & Family Assistance Program including preventative health & counselling
Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan with generous employer contributions
Flexible schedules and earned day off program
Full-day agency orientation and extensive training, with regular ongoing performance evaluations
In-house digital and classroom learning opportunities; Opportunities to use your voice & participate in committees on policy, wellness, safety, JEDI and more

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