Youth Care Worker, Programs - Corman Park

Youth Care Worker, Multiple Programs - Corman Park

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and youth with complex needs? Join our team as a Youth Care Worker and become a part of a dynamic, inclusive environment where you can provide care, support, and guidance to those who need it most. As a Youth Care Worker you will be a key player in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured living environment.

You will work alongside participants to help them grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. Your role will involve fully engaging in all aspects of the group living and person-centered experience, offering both emotional and physical support while being a positive role model.

• Provide compassionate support to individuals with complex needs, fostering a safe and nurturing environment where they feel valued and supported.
• Bring your creativity to life by helping develop and implement engaging activity plans that encourage participation.
• Teach essential life skills like self-care, cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and building positive social connections.
• Resolve conflicts with empathy and use behavior management strategies such as conflict resolution, crisis management, and life space interviewing to guide participants through challenges.
• Collaborate with clinical professionals and program managers to share insights that will help guide treatment plans and goal setting.
• Prioritize, promote and reinforce safe work practices, creating a secure environment for both participants and staff.
• Actively participate in team meetings, contributing your ideas and experiences to help improve the care we provide.
• Complete documentation and reports with accuracy and clarity, ensuring all agency standards are met.
• Lead by example, representing the agency's values and demonstrating fairness, respect, and positivity.
• Perform other related duties as needed to support participants and the team.