CASUAL IN-HOME CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER - SSM
- CONTRACT TO MARCH 31, 2025
- CASUAL IN-HOME CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER
- LOCATION: SAULT STE. MARIE
- *NEW* Starting Hourly Rate: $36.88
The In Home Child and Youth Worker is responsible for sharing the duties of a caregiver for children and youth within a culturally respective home. The In Home Child and Youth Worker will implement behavioral programming, provide support services and life skills coaching all while creating a safe environment. The In Home Child and Youth Worker will provide opportunities to nurture secure attachment, develop the children and youth’s capacity to regulate their own emotions, and foster youth to become resilient, healthy individuals all while working within the Child Youth and Family Services Act, Ministry Act, Ministry Standards, Agency Policies and Procedures and First Nation Community Codes of Conduct.
• Social Services Diploma or a related diploma in Human Services
• One (1) year experience in a Social Services Agency or a residential setting working directly with children and youth
• Experience working with Aboriginal people, organizations and communities
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Other Requirements
• Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
• Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is a definite asset
• Must provide a Criminal Records Check deemed satisfactory by the employer
• Must have a Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s Licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel
• Must have $1M automobile insurance coverage
• Proof of full vaccination for Covid-19 is a requirement of this position unless due to a medical, disability or religious exemption