Overview
Position: youth worker
Employer: Rocky Mountain Behaviour Analysts Inc.
Job details
- Location: 100 7th ave south suite 100Cranbrook, BC V1C 2J4
- Workplace information On site
- Salary: $27.54 to $28.85 hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 40 hours per Week
- Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
- Day, Evening, Morning
- Starts as soon as possible
- Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits
- vacancies2 vacancies
- SourceJob Bank #3053373
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
Essential Job Duties:
Clients
- Select and apply the appropriate technique, from a short list of strategies used for
- managing challenging behavior, when required during the implementation of individualized
- plans
- Collect data as appropriate to each youth’s Individual Program
- Prepare materials as directed and needed i.e.: Board maker materials, visual supports, etc.
- Assist with the planning of each youth’s curriculum, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team
- Monitor the youth’s progress
- Record and review youth programs with the multidisciplinary team
- Perform direct care to meet the physical, emotional, behavioral and social needs of
- individuals living in residential care. This may include, but is not limited to personal care,
- housework, transportation, meal preparation and social activities.
- Work collaboratively with the RMBA’s Specialized Residential Care team to develop and
- implement strategies and plans for individuals that address areas of challenge and facilitate
- growth and change through the development of new skills and understanding.
- Provide individualized support to individuals appropriate to their needs and goals
- Contribute to the development of a safe and nurturing home-like environment that
- supports the physical and emotional safety of each young person
- Manage challenging behaviors by following behavior support plans and the principles and
- procedures of RMBA and MCFD/CLBC.
- Ensure the dignity of each individual is upheld. Protect and respect the wellbeing of
- individuals living in residential care and report any concerns immediately.
- Ensure individuals’ medications are available, stored and administered correctly
- Report any changes in the needs of the individual to the Residential Program coordinator
- Equip individuals with a range of skills to support their day-to-day independence
- Help individuals build community networks for support.
- Support individuals to access information and experiences that will assist them in
- developing a positive sense of identity.
- Support individuals in participating in decision-making that affects their lives.
- Provide services that are sensitive to the diversity of individuals, their families and support
- Support a therapeutic framework to achieve positive outcomes for individuals.
- Provide specialized support services that comply with the Standards and Policies of the
- Ministry of Children and Families and Community Living BC.
- Adherence to individuals’ care plan and Individual Service Plan
- Help individuals with personal care as needed, working towards independence
- Cook basic meals following the Canadian food guide
People
- Complete the onboarding process and all mandatory training
- Attend and participate in regular supervision, support meetings, and team meetings as
- required
- Be a part of creating a team culture of support and respect
- Commit to a continuing process of ongoing training and skills acquisition
- Provide supports that reflect RMBA’s values, policies and practices
- Work collaboratively with other RMBA staff, service providers and families
- Be a strong ambassador for the RMBA team
- Identify and recommend opportunities to increase team satisfaction and engagement
- Complete reports as required and ensure that sensitive client information is kept secure and treated confidentially
- Complete daily duties and other duties as required by your manager
- Maintain a knowledge of and follow all mandatory reporting requirements
- Comply with RMBA’s administrative and financial management procedures
Operations
- Maintain records and documentation as required
- Incident forms are completed in a timely manner as per operational procedures
- Identify improvements that contribute to better outcomes for individuals living in
- residences
- Ensure the reputation and integrity of RMBA is maintained at all times
- Maintain an understanding of the principles of Person Centred Care and specialized
- residential care and work collaboratively with other government and non-government
- agencies to ensure the security and care of individuals in residential care Actively
- participate in team meetings.
Financials
- Comply with RMBA’s administrative and financial management procedures
Training:
- Attending training session as required
- Complete monthly training
- Maintaining any required certifications
Reporting:
- Complete all data collection, paperwork by the end of each shift
- Complete reports on time according to the report schedule
- Complete time sheet and hand it on time
- Reporting and documenting any and all injuries to Human Resources as soon as
Communication and Administration:
- Maintain open and regular communication with Parents, Senior Behaviour
- Interventionist, Behaviour Consultant, Clinical supervisor, Program Coordinator, Coworkers, and Professionals
- Complete surveys and evaluations as required
- Complete all applicable administration tasks as required
Other:
- Will be required to transport children/adults
- May be required to deal with bodily fluids, toileting routines
- May be required to wear personal protective equipment
- May be required to support child/adult in an off-site location to help ensure their
- success in other environments
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to the evolving of programs, the company and job
- description
- Will complete any required training or courses in a timely manner
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Physically demanding
Personal suitability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Interpersonal awareness
- Judgement
- Values and ethics
- Client focus
- Excellent written communication
- Initiative
- Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
Financial benefits
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
How to apply
By email
