Overview
We are hiring!
Healing Homes (HH)
Youth Care Worker Evenings (Full-time, Perm)
Knowles Centre is a treatment facility serving children, adolescents, and families from Manitoba.
Why work at Knowles Centre?
There are great opportunities open to those who know making a BIG difference starts with the little things.
• Creating conditions for youth to experience meaningful success and belonging
• Competitive salary and benefits
• 3 weeks’ vacation to start (pro-rated based on hours worked)
• Opportunities for career growth
• Paid sick time to start (pro-rated based on hours worked)
• Cutting edge and dynamic training opportunities
• Supportive and professional environment
• Work-Life-Balance
• Free meals
• Free parking
Duties:
• Engage and nurture youth in our Healing Homes
• Provide and promote opportunities to increase participation in Traditional Indigenous practices for Indigenous clients
• To support and assist children in exploring their culture
• Participation in recreational programming is required
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team
• Participate in the development of client
Qualifications
Qualifications:
• Minimum Gr.12, or diploma/degree in Child Youth Care, Addictions and Community Service, Family Support, Community Development, Social Work etc. Other related programs will be considered
• Experience working with youth ages 12-17
• Respectful of cultural diversity
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous History, culture, practices, customs and beliefs
• Excellent and proven interpersonal and supportive counselling skills
• Experience working with youth facing behavioral and emotional challenges
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Valid Manitoba Driver’s License
Knowles Centre is committed to providing a safe environment for children and youth. All applicants will be thoroughly screened using background checks and review process.
• First Aid/CPR would be an asset or training can be arranged upon hire
• Successful applicants will be subject to provide Child Abuse Registry and Criminal Reference checks
• Prior Contact Checks will
Company Information
All applicants are required to submit their résumé and cover letter, as well as complete an employment application (available on our website) to:
Send resume with cover letter by: 4 pm, June 7, 2024, to:
Ashley Parker, Unit Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Knowles Centre is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are a friendly organization that welcomes applications from all individuals who share our values of maintaining a respectful environment for all.
We thank all who apply; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.