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Compassionate Youth Worker
Job in
Truro, Nova Scotia, B2N, Canada
Listed on 2026-08-01
Listing for:
Province-of-Nova-Scotia
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-01
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Youth Support Worker
Job Description & How to Apply Below
As a compassionate Youth Worker, you'll join a diverse team at the Department of Opportunities and Social Development. This permanent role emphasizes direct care, intervention strategies, and structured daily routines tailored to children with complex needs. Your involvement will shape vital routines and provide crucial support to foster independence and stability.
Key Responsibilities:
• Build respectful, trauma-informed relationships with youth
• Deliver tailored life skills and therapeutic programming
• Document progress and contribute to treatment planning
• Support youth in various settings and during transitions
• Implement de-escalation strategies during crises
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field
• Understanding of trauma-informed care principles
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
• Experience with at-risk youth preferred
• Ability to manage confidential information
Leverage your skills in youth support and therapeutic care to make a lasting impact at Wood Street Campus.
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