Youth Worker

Key Responsibilities

Conduct individualized assessments, support youth goal-setting, advocate with external agencies, and maintain accurate case files and progress documentation.

Build trusting relationships using active listening and strength-based approaches, providing crisis intervention, emotional support, and guidance for safe, healthy decision-making.

Assist with daily routines, meals, medication administration, life skills development, recreational activities, and overall physical, emotional, and mental wellness.

Foster a home-like atmosphere with safety, stability, positive behavior modeling, and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Facilitate hands-on activities, self-care opportunities, and educational or employment support to promote youth independence and holistic development.

Maintain positive relationships with families, natural supports, and community members while documenting interactions and encouraging family involvement.

Perform household maintenance, critical incident reporting, routine safety checks, and ensure the environment meets licensing and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

Education

Degree or Diploma in Child and Youth Care (CYC), Social Work, Human Services, or related field.

Certification

Standard First Aid and CPR.

Suicide Intervention

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and vehicle

Proof of vehicle insurance (min. $2 million liability), registration and 3-year drivers abstract.

Indigenous Awareness

Medication Administration

De-Escalation

Trauma Informed Care

Harm Reduction

Food Safety

WHMIS

Experience

3+ years’ experience supporting marginalized youth and vulnerable populations

1+ years’ experience managing youth case files and supporting individualized care plans.

Knowledge and experience in harm reduction, trauma-informed, resiliency, and solution-focused practices.

Strong crisis intervention and de-escalation skills, capable of remaining calm in high-pressure situations.

Experience supporting youth facing complex barriers, including mental health, substance use, poverty, trauma, LGBTQ2S+ identities, and newcomer/refugee experiences

Proficient in MS Office and database applications.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive Salary: $48,880.00

3 weeks vacation + 10 paid sick days

Robust Benefits Package

Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Health Spending Account (HSA)

RRSP Matching

Professional Development Opportunities

At e4c diversity is our strength. We embrace diversity and offer equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. We welcome your application regardless of origin, culture, ethnicity, age, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation or faith.

Prior to successful employment with e4c, applicants are required to submit a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check.