Department of Community Services
Please Quote Competition #154087-CB
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Wood Street Centre, Secure Care is a 24/7 operation serving youth. The Youth Worker Casual Roster is developed to offer casual employment on an as needed basis (mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights and weekends).
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Duties:
As a member of a interdisciplinary intervention team, the Youth Worker is responsible, on a shift rotation basis, for the day to day provision of direct psycho-educational (social and emotional learning) youth programming and services to children and youth with emotional and behavioural disorders. The successful candidate would be expected to respond in a professional and therapeutic manner to children who may act out in a physically and/or verbally abusive manner towards peers and staff. Responsibilities include assisting in the development and implementation of a variety of programs and services to meet identified individual needs including social, educational, recreational and medical; coordination and administration of an orientation program for new residents, families and/or guardians; contribution to the development and implementation of effective treatment plans; preparation of administrative reports; maintenance of resident files and maintenance of facility security requirements ensuring compliance with rules and regulations.
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in a Social Science, or acceptable equivalent combination of training and experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in residential programs designed for children/youth with emotional/behavioural disorders as a result of abuse and neglect. This position requires that the incumbent possess a solid understanding and knowledge of short term crisis stabilization programs, effective youth care interventions based upon recognized best practices, and insight into the motivation of children/youth in crisis situations. H/she must have effective report writing skills, verbal communication and counselling skills; the ability to maintain rapport and serve as a role model and demonstrate an approach toward the children/youth which is compatible with the program model of the facility. H/she should have the ability to work with minimal supervision, exercise attention to detail, have discretion with confidential matters and respond appropriately to crisis situations.
Offer of employment is contingent upon the successful candidate passing appropriate background checks.
Classification Range: PR 4 - 8
Salary Range: $19.60 - $28.25 per hour
Closing Date: May 20, 2008
The Province of Nova Scotia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring diversity in the workplace by supporting initiatives that promote the equitable participation of Aboriginal persons, African Nova Scotians and other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities and women in positions where they are under represented. All applicants who are members of an employment equity group are encouraged to self identify.
All applications/resumes should be sent directly to:
Human Resources Division, Department of Community Services
5675 Spring Garden Road, 3rd Floor
PO Box 696
Halifax, NS B3J 2T7
Fax: (902) 424-4204
Email: CS_JobApps@gov.ns.ca
Submissions must be received by midnight on the closing date.
