Residential Child and Youth Worker

Résumé du poste

The Residential Child and Youth Worker provides direct care and emotional support to children and youth with special needs in a residential setting. Responsibilities include implementing behavior plans, administering medication, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment.

Détails du poste

Job Title: Residential Child and Youth Worker Location: Penticton Employment Status: Regular Part Time Shift: Overnight - Awake Hours: 24 hours/week Closing Date: September 30, 2026 Job Summary The Residential Child and Youth Worker is required to provide care for Children & Youth with Special Needs in a Residential setting and to be an integral part of the care team. The care team operates from a child-centered approach, providing a circle of support for the child, youth and/or family. As a member of the Care Team, the Residential Child and Youth Worker ensure that participants’ physical, emotional, social, educational and medical needs are met. Qualifications A two-year Diploma or Degree in Human/Social Service field Minimum of two years recent related experience Required Successful completion of: Criminal record check Ministry of Children and Families Clearance Physician's Report Immunization record Professional references Academic credentials Valid Class 5 driver’s license Current driver’s abstract. Valid First Aid certificate. Valid Food Safe certificate Signed OneSky Confidentiality Agreement. Adherence to OneSky policies and procedures, program operations manual and commitment to OneSky Code of Ethics. Must be 19 years of age or older. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Knowledge and skills in attachment and safe approaches with children and youth. Knowledge and experience in successfully engaging in non-violent crisis intervention. Excellent communications skills and ability to work effectively with children, parents and staff. Good organization, time, and general management skills. Ability to work effectively within a team and be able to provide support and direction as needed. Responsibilities Participates in the assessment, goal setting and progress evaluation of children/youth. Teaches children/youth to relate in socially appropriate manner through use of daily routines and activities. Monitors participants in a residential setting and ensures their safety and well-being. Provides emotional support and crisis intervention to participants which may include non-violent physical interventions consistent with the behavior plan. Ensures that participants’ physical needs are met by performing duties such as assisting with basic personal hygiene, toileting and preparing meals. Maintain reports such as statistics, logbooks, daily activities on participants. Carries out household duties such as meal preparation and household cleaning. Administers medications in accordance with established policy and procedures. Accompanies participants to appointments and community outings Ensure a healthy and safe environment. Maintain health records and administer first aid and medication as required. Observe and remove potential hazards. Promote the optimal, social, physical, emotional, cognitive and cultural growth and development of each child/youth. Implement developmentally appropriate programs that meet the observed needs of the children. Promote cooperation with families and other service providers. Maintain inclusive quality service environments that provide participants with respect, and value their choices and abilities. Maintain program and facility security requirements. Work effectively to help build solutions and solve problems. Maintain confidentiality. Support and maintain all applicable CQI initiatives, accreditation standards, OneSky policies and procedures, and program procedures. Attend scheduled staff meetings. Participate in OneSky meetings and events as required, and contribute in positive ways to the Society’s plans, goals, activities, and image. Support the mission, vision and values of OneSky. Perform any related duties as assigned and/or required to maintain the operations and integrity of the program. Why Work at OneSky? At OneSky Community Resources, we believe in the power of community, the importance of connection, and the potential of every individual. As a Residential Child and Youth Worker, you'll be part of a dedicated team working together to create inclusive, supportive environments for children and youth with special needs. You'll play a vital role in empowering participants, fostering independence, and enhancing their quality of life. If you're a compassionate, community-minded individual who thrives in a collaborative, dynamic environment, we invite you to apply. Help us make Penticton a place where everyone can grow, thrive, and belong. Please note: You will receive an automated confirmation email from "notifications@app.bamboohr.com" after submitting your application. If it does not appear in inbox, please check spam or junk folder and mark it as “not spam” to receive future communications.

Ce que vous ferez

The Residential Child and Youth Worker provides direct care and emotional support to children and youth with special needs in a residential setting. Responsibilities include implementing behavior plans, administering medication, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment.

Exigences

Candidates must possess a two-year diploma or degree in a human or social service field and at least two years of recent related experience. Essential requirements include a valid Class 5 driver's license, First Aid and Food Safe certificates, and successful completion of criminal record and ministry clearances.

Compétences indiquées

• safety monitoring · Souhaitée
• Gestion du temps · Souhaitée
• Travail d’équipe · Souhaitée
• Premiers soins · Souhaitée
• crisis intervention · Souhaitée
• assessment · Souhaitée
• Salubrité alimentaire · Souhaitée
• Documentation · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée
• Conflict Resolution · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Crisis intervention
• Non-violent crisis intervention
• Attachment theory
• Communication skills
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Medication administration
• First aid
• Food safety
• Behavioral support
• Documentation
• Goal setting
• Assessment
• Conflict resolution
• Safety monitoring
• Emotional Support
• Toileting
• Meal Planning And Preparation
• First Aid Certification
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Valid Driver's License
• Compassion
• Goal Setting
• First Aid
• Automation
• Management
• Medical Records
• Communication
• Confidentiality
• Cooperation
• Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
• Crisis Intervention
• Medication Administration
• Operations
• Security Requirements Analysis
• Statistics

Domaines d’emploi

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Education
• Child and Youth Worker
• Youth Counselor / Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Counselors, All Other