Support youth in Parksville with trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and daily living assistance through casual, on-call residential shifts. Taproot Community Support Services staffs Orca House, a 24-hour therapeutic resource for up to three youth.
As a Residential Child and Youth Worker, you will support youth in Ministry of Children and Family Development care. You will assess progress, teach socially appropriate behaviours, and promote safety through routines and activities. The work includes emotional support, medication administration, communication, and transportation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess needs, set goals, and evaluate progress
- Teach coping techniques and adaptive behaviours
- Provide crisis intervention and emotional support
- Administer medications according to established guidelines
- Maintain reports, prepare meals, and clean households
Requirements:
- Child and Youth Care degree or diploma
- Two years of recent related experience
- Experience using trauma-informed practices
- Valid Class 5 BC driver's license
- Current Criminal Record Check or Government Screening Letter
Bring residential youth care, trauma-informed practice, and safety-focused support to Orca House through flexible casual shifts.
Casual Residential Child Youth Worker in Parksville employer: Taproot Community Support Services
At Taproot Community Support Services, we pride ourselves on being a 100 percent employee-owned organization, where every team member has a voice and shares in the success of our mission. Located in Red Deer, we offer a supportive work culture that values collaboration, learning, and innovation, alongside competitive wages, flexible hours, and comprehensive benefits including profit-sharing dividends and a defined benefit pension plan. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families while enjoying opportunities for personal and professional growth in a values-driven environment.
Contact Details:
Taproot Community Support Services Recruitment Team
