Child & Youth Support Worker, Casual

CANDIDATES WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED IF APPLYING THROUGH EMAIL. INFORMATION FOUND ON TOWN OF HINTON WEBSITE AT www.hinton.ca

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the FCSS Assistant Manger or the HKFS Supervisor, this position will primarily be responsible for overseeing the safety and wellbeing of children, youth, and families participating in FCSS programs by providing adequate supervision and creating positive relationships. These programs include Hinton Kids for Success, Hinton Youth Centre, and Hinton Family Resource Network-Hinton Family Centre. This position will include assisting with the implementation of programming and service needs for children, youth, and families within the Hinton community.

WORK RESPONSIBILITIES

Family Resource Network – Hinton Family Centre (FRN/HFC)

Ages 0-18

• Support the FRN Coordinator and the Community Connections Coordinator to operate the Hinton Family Resource Centre with regular engagement or learning sessions
• Support the FRN Coordinator to deliver programs for caregivers and families
• Assist in delivering parent-child drop-in groups
• Assist in delivering educational presentations, workshops, trainings, information, and community activities
• Assist in offering programming in-person, in-home, or online
• Directly supervise children for programs that provide child minding
• Respond to emergencies when appropriate with First Aid
• Ensure that activities take place in a safe environment
• Complete written documentation
• Adhere to Town policies and procedures
• Perform tasks including cleaning, set up, and take down
• Undertake other duties as assigned

Hinton Kids for Success (HKFS)

Ages 5-12

• Directly supervise children ages 5 - 12 in after-school and full-day programs
• Provide developmentally appropriate programs
• Respond to emergencies when appropriate with First Aid
• Prepare and serve snacks to the children in care
• Perform tasks including cleaning, set up, and take down
• Complete the daily attendance sheet
• Responsible for calling parents or emergency contacts to locate children who are not in attendance
• Ensure that activities take place in a safe environment
• Responsible for handling food preparation
• Adhere to the Hinton Kids for Success and Discovery Camp Policy Manual, and the Early Learning and Child Care Act and Regulations
• Adhere to Town policies and procedures
• Ensure that all materials are prepared in advance
• Collaborate with the HKFS Supervisor and HKFS Coordinator for programming
• Participate in regular fire drills with the children in care according to the policies established by FCSS
• Complete written documentation
• Undertake other duties as assigned

Youth Centre (YC)

Ages 13-18

• Actively supervise youth during drop-in hours (afternoons/evenings/nights)
• Establish trusting and meaningful relationships with children, youth, and families
• Work with the Youth Centre Coordinator to develop, offer, and create fun recreation, social activities, and events
• Respond to emergencies when appropriate with First Aid
• Adhere to Town policies and procedures
• Responsible for handling food preparation
• Develop and utilize the skills of the youth attending the centre to provide youth-driven initiatives
• Promote youth involvement in community life
• Maintain a clean, safe, supportive environment for youth
• Perform tasks including cleaning, set up, and take down
• Ensure that activities take place in a safe environment
• Be comfortable working independently with youth
• Monitor and support individuals to encourage social inclusion
• Complete written documentation
• Undertake other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Health Services or Education with a focus on Early Childhood Development (minimum Level I ECE) or a related field preferred
• A combination of education and/or experience related to this position may be considered
• Completion of or working towards Mental Health First Aid, Non-Violent Crisis Prevention & Intervention, Cultural Sensitivity Training, Suicide Awareness, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Training, First Aid and CPR, and/or Trauma Training is preferred and would be considered an asset
• Experience in childcare, youth care or family support
• A Valid First Aid Certificate
• Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, computers and systems
• Satisfactory background screening is required for this position including a RCMP Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check and Child & Family Services Child Intervention Record check
• A Class 5 Driver’s License and a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Sensitive to the needs of children, youth and families
• Knowledge about the community and challenges facing families in Hinton
• Ability and maturity to engage in therapeutic relationships with children, youth, and families
• Aware of signs and symptoms of child abuse and knowledge of reporting protocol
• Knowledge of the Alberta Child Care Act
• Able to understand and apply policies and procedures
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills
• Proven discretion with an understanding of confidentiality requirements in compliance with applicable legislation
• Tolerant and understanding of different family lifestyles and cultures
• Work collaboratively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate a high degree of personal initiative while working independently

WORKING CONDITIONS

Details pertaining to the physical demands of the position can be found in the Physical Demands Analysis and Job Hazard Assessment with Health & Safety.

Hours

Able to work evenings and weekends as required.

Physical Effort

Providing child and youth activities. Energetic, interactive labour provision with varying levels of physical effort, including moderate lifting (up to 10 kg), sitting, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, driving, carrying.

Travel

Some travel to field sites within and outside the Town under various road and weather conditions. Must maintain alertness and respond appropriately using defensive driving skills in various conditions (traffic, weather, distractions).

Work Environment

Performance of duties entails program coordination for children and youth in public spaces, indoors and outdoors (seasonally), and field trips offsite. Significant exposure to the public in a service provision capacity. Limited to moderate exposure to office environments. Potential exposure to biohazards.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Ensure the Town of Hinton health and safety policies, procedures, directives, and safe work practices are followed in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Actand Regulations.

CANDIDATES WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED IF APPLYING THROUGH EMAIL. INFORMATION FOUND ON TOWN OF HINTON WEBSITE AT www.hinton.ca

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $19.77 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person