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Youth Care Workers - Relief
Overview
RELIEF YOUTH CARE WORKER
Group Care Treatment Program
Who We Are: Knowles Centre is a community-based, nonprofit agency for children, adolescents and young adults facing difficult times. It offers a range of therapeutic and skills-based programs that help our clients to address past struggles, to develop healthier relationships and ways of life, and to reach their full potential in the future.
Duties: Youth care workers serve as the frontline of a multi-disciplinary treatment team working with youth ages 12 to 17 who have histories of trauma that contribute to current emotional and behavioural issues.
Duties include:
Assisting with care and supervision of clients in a group setting
Engaging clients in sports, crafts, and recreation programs
Taking part in cultural activities
Role modeling healthy living and lifestyle choices
Supporting each client’s individual treatment plan.
Hours: This position offers flexible hours of work. Available shifts include:
8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; 4 p.m. – 12 a.m.; or 5 – 10 p.m. (Weekdays or weekends)
12 a.m. to 8 a.m. (Overnight – weekdays or weekends)
Qualifications
Location: Relief Youth Care Workers are required in Knowles Centre’s two on-site units, and two community units, all located in northeast Winnipeg. Staff may also work with clients at camp (seasonal).
Qualifications:
Post-secondary students or graduates in a relevant field of study preferred, or
individuals with Grade 12 and two-years’ relevant experience will be considered.
Emergency First Aid with CPR (Level C) current certification required.
Experience working with at-risk youth.
Manitoba Driver’s License
Current Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector
Current Child Abuse Registry
As a condition of employment, proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required.
Knowles Centre is committed to providing a safe environment for children and youth. All applicants will be thoroughly screened using background checks and a review process.
Benefits: This is an ideal position for those who wish to make a difference in the lives of young people. Knowles Centre offers a supportive, structured environment, and a friendly and team-oriented atmosphere. Employees receive regular relevant job-training, and can expand their knowledge of cultural practices, and gain valuable work experience for careers in social services, healthcare, teaching, community development, and more. Knowles Centre offers a competitive salary.
Contact
All applicants are required to complete an employment application form as well as submit their resume. Please find our employment application on our website.
Posting Date: April 6, 2022
Send résumé, cover letter, and completed application to:
Lesley Gosselin, Director of Group Care
Email: lgosselin@knowlescentre.org
Fax: 204-334-4173
We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.