child and youth worker
Your tasks
- Prepare reports or case histories.
- Administrative and office activities.
- Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services.
- Perform administrative tasks.
- Implement life skills workshops.
- Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs.
- Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community.
- Housekeeping activities.
- Resolve conflict situations.
- Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses.
- Supervise children's visits with parents to ensure their safety.
- Assist clients/guests with special needs.
- Accompany clients to appointments and social outings.
- Manage events.
- Manage knowledge.
- Supervise office and volunteer staff.
Requirements
Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Mental health first aid Certificate.
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate.
- Cultural Awareness Training.
- Medication Administration Certificate.
- First Aid Certificate.
- CPR Certificate.
Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence.
Personal suitability
- Accurate.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Judgement.
- Values and ethics.
- Client focus.
- Flexibility.
1 year to less than 2 years.
Other
Security and safety
- Criminal record check.
- Child welfare check.
- Driving record check (abstract).
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Ability to work independently.
- Fast-paced environment.
- Work under pressure.