Casual Youth Support Worker

Hours of Work: Casual, shifts Wed-Sat
Position posted on: As soon as possible
Ongoing, permanent
Founded in 1978, Sea to Sky Community Services (SSCS) is one of BC’s most respected and
established community service organizations. from Pemberton to Britannia Beach - supporting individuals and families living in the Sea to
We offer 41 programs and services, including early childhood development,
childcare, affordable housing, outreach, counselling, family support, seniors and youth
services, community living services and respite. our communities and residents through all ages and stages of their lives. Provides recreational opportunities and maintains a safe gathering place for youth.
Identifies youth problems, needs and risks. Supports youth in developing and implementing
short-term, issue-specific intervention plans within program guidelines. individual and/or group support sessions using basic counselling techniques. building in problem areas.
A diploma in human services or a related field, or the equivalent combination of
At least one (1) year previous work in a similar environment (Youth Resource Centre).
Previous direct program delivery experience in the community social services sector.
Demonstrated working knowledge of a specific community based program and
related provincial and community support is preferred.
Knowledge of practices in the field.
Maintain and supervise a gathering place for youth.
Coordinate a variety of programs for the youth of Squamish including social service
programs related to current youth issues, activities that attract youth, and special
events and projects that encourage both participation and organization by the
youth of the community.
Gather information relevant to the client’s problems, needs and risks by interviewing
needs and risks.
Develop and implement short-term, issue-specific intervention plans within program
guidelines in consultation with the youth and Program Coordinator.
Plan, prepare, and conduct group or individual support sessions using techniques
Provide skill building in areas such as life skills and social skills, parenting skills, anger
management or self-management techniques. Liaise with and/or advocate for youth with other community service providers,
Assist in the development and implementation of programs to train youth in a
variety of areas including social rights and responsibilities, employment possibilities
and other such areas as may be relevant for the youth of the community.
youth services.
RCMP incidents, youth intervention or protection actions, potential
negative media or legal action, etc.) reported immediately to the Program Manager/Director.
on and referral to other community service providers, resources, and professionals
Lead, encourage, and support youth in their decision-making on issues, programs,
Perform Youth Centre facility janitorial duties on occasion, and order supplies and
Ensure the adherence of Youth Resource Centre facility regulations as well as
health and safety policies and procedures.
Criminal Record Review.
Vacation & Leave: Employees accumulate 6% vacation pay on all hours worked.
Retirement Pension: When eligible, an employee will be enrolled in the Municipal Pension
Other Perks: Casual dress, employee events, on-site parking, paid sick days, and more.
As per the BCGEU Collective Agreement, the wage is $27.54 per hour.