child and youth worker

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Swahili

Work setting

• Community agency
• School help service
• Social service or charity agency
• Associations and non profit organizations
• Public school

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Food preparation
• Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
• Teach students using lessons, discussions, audio-visual presentations and field trips
• Co-ordinate recreation activities
• Co-ordinate teaching activities
• Help children with homework
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
• Discuss results and students’ progress with them, their parents and school officials

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available
• Wellness program