Support Worker jobs in Abbotsford, BC

Job Overview
We are looking for a team player with Leadership skills. Someone who is proactive, detail oriented and has a strong work ethic. We are currently hiring females to work with a vulnerable female youth.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with youth and a commitment to fostering their development in a supportive environment. We work with youth who present with high risk behaviour and/or challenges. We are seeking a trauma informed caregiver with exceptional communication skills and experience with challenging behaviours.

We do shifts that are between 48-72 hours in length. There may be the opportunity for longer shifts. This includes overnights and staff are given a private room to sleep in.

We are dedicated to learning about and promoting the ancestral roots of our youth.

We are dedicated to the pursuit of continual learning.

Duties

• Engage with youth in activities in the community, particularly cultural events.
• Provide educational support by assisting with homework and facilitating learning opportunities.
• Attend online workshops geared toward learning about working with youth who have experienced trauma and present with behavioral/mental health challenges.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment where children feel valued and respected.
• Documentation and report writing.
• Address behavioural issues with empathy and constructive guidance.
• Transport youth to and from appointments.
• Prepare meals, and perform housekeeping duties.
• Participate in opportunities to learn about Indigenous culture.

Requirements

• Experience working with children in educational or recreational settings. Must be trauma informed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to handle challenging situations calmly.
• Relevant certifications or training in youth development or education is a plus.
• The ability to work independently or as a team.
• Must own a reliable vehicle with a class 5 drivers license.
• Must complete a hub screening process.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people by providing them with the support they need to thrive.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $600.00 per day

Application question(s):

• Are you available to work overnight shifts? Minimum 48 hour shifts.
• Are you trauma informed? Could you explain what it means to be trauma informed?

Experience:

• working with children: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence and own a reliable vehicle? (required)

Work Location: In person