Direct Support Worker for Youth (Summer Term)

Job description

Are you passionate about working with youth ages 13-21? Are you creative and caring? Interested in affecting positive impact in the lives of those who require additional support? This might be the right opportunity for you! This is a summer term position July 6 - August 21, with day time shifts Monday-Friday. Why work at the Y?: - Great people and great work environment! - Complimentary Y individual membership - 5% employer-matching pension plan - Many opportunities for growth & advancement Are you the right fit?: - Create a safe, respectful and fun environment for youth requiring additional support - Able to develop warm, caring and responsive relationships with youth and their parents/caregivers - Able to engage in recreational and leisure activities with participants Assets: - Emergency First Aid and CPR C certification - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Education, training and/or demonstrated knowledge and ability to work with youth who require additional support is preferred - Clear Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check - WEVAS or NVCI training - ASL knowledge Application Deadline: June 12, 2...