Youth Care Worker - Part-time

Youth Care Worker - Part-time

Knowles Centre is a treatment facility serving children, adolescents, and families from Manitoba.

Why work at Knowles Centre?

There are great opportunities open to those who know making a BIG difference starts with the little things.

• Creating conditions for youth to experience meaningful success and belonging

• Competitive salary and benefits

• 3 weeks' vacation to start (pro-rated based on hours worked)

• Opportunities for career growth

• Paid sick time to start (pro-rated based on hours worked)

• Cutting edge and dynamic training opportunities

• Supportive and professional environment

• Work-Life-Balance

• Free parking

DUTIES

• Responsible for the care and supervision of all Healing Homes youth including providing regular safety checks

• Attend to the care and needs of youth e.g. clothing, hygiene, diet, general health, support sleep hygiene, support school attendance

• Preparation of meals and snacks

• Administer medication according to documented procedures

• Support youth requiring medical attention e.g. attending hospital

• Pick up youth from unapproved absences in community (refer to procedure)

• Maintain the living environment in line with Knowles Centre expectations and standards, including cleaning and hygiene tasks

• Knowledge and adherence to individual crisis response plans and safety plans. Support youth and other staff in dealing with a crisis using strategies learned from relevant training, prior experience, and by adhering to Knowles Centre policies, procedures, and Provincial Licensing Standards

• Model appropriate adult behaviors with an emphasis on appropriate dress, grooming, language, respect, empathy, and fairness

• Identify the need for behavioral intervention and apply the appropriate strategies

• Implement treatment requirements as indicated in the clinical and house-specific treatment plan

• Assess client strengths, areas for development, and individual needs

• Provide accurate evaluations and reports for daily records and conferences, following Knowles' formats and standards

• Support clients in achieving goals outlined in treatment plans

Qualifications:

• Minimum Gr.12, or diploma/degree in Child Youth Care, Addictions and Community Service, Family Support, Community Development, Social Work etc. Other related programs will be considered

• Experience working with youth ages 12-17

• Respectful of cultural diversity

• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous History, culture, practices, customs and beliefs

• Excellent and proven interpersonal and supportive counselling skills

• Experience working with youth facing behavioral and emotional challenges

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment

• Valid Manitoba Driver's License

Knowles Centre is committed to providing a safe environment for children and youth. All applicants will be thoroughly screened using background checks and review process.

First Aid/CPR would be an asset, or training can be arranged upon hire

• Successful applicants will be subject to provide Child and Adult Abuse Registry and Criminal Reference checks

• Prior Contact Checks will be completed by Knowles Centre

• Driver's Abstract

Salary: $18.84 - $22.49

Schedule: Overnight shifts, Tuesday, 3:30pm - 12:00am, Wednesday, 3:00pm - 12:00am, & Thursday, 3:00pm - 12:00am

Tentative Start Date: September 15, 2025

Posting Date: September 9th, 2025

All applicants are required to submit their résumé and cover letter to:

Email: dfedoruk@knowlescentre.org

Knowles Centre is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are a friendly organization that welcomes applications from all individuals who share our values of maintaining a respectful environment for all.

We thank all who apply; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

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