Child and Youth Care Counsellor - Calgary

Job summary

Join Hull Services' Preadolescent Treatment Program providing vital care for children aged 5 to 12. Lead therapeutic interventions using the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics to support youth in overcoming mental health challenges. Hull Services, with 60 years of experience, offers flexible schedule opportunities and a chance to make a real difference in young lives. Apply now for a rewarding career helping kids thrive within their communities!

Role details

Role

Full Time

Industry

Healthcare And Medical

Employment

Fulltime

Education

Degree In Child And Youth Care Counselling

Responsibilities

• Attend to the physical safety, esteem, and developmental needs of the children
• Select and make appropriate use of behavioural interventions and strategies
• Communicate rules and behavioural limits and follow through on appropriate behavioural interventions
• Identify and act on goal-related teaching opportunities
• Supervise, organize and implement daily living activities
• Provide meaningful and responsible role modeling
• Plan and carry out individual and group activities of a recreational nature
• Monitor and work directly with the children in all aspects of his/her life
• Act as an avenue of recourse or grievance for the youth
• Model socially acceptable values

Requirements

• Clear Police Check including Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• Completion of ASIST and First Aid
• Certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
• Experience in Therapeutic Campus-Based Care treatment or congregate care preferred

Key skills