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Child and Youth Care Worker

Government of Alberta · Children & Family Services

This job in plain words

This job is for a Child and Youth Care Worker at a Provincial Campus Based Care (PCBC) centre in Lac La Biche, Alberta. The worker gives direct care to vulnerable youth aged 11 to 17 who receive child intervention services, and there are several casual, temporary and permanent positions.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

The scope is open, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Citizenship or work permit rules are not stated.

Education
Bachelor's degree · Bachelor's degree or diploma in Child and Youth Care or a related human service field, such as Social Work, Psychology or Criminology.
Experience
Not stated as required. Experience in group care, residential treatment, case management or with Indigenous youth is ideal.
Job type
Multiple positions: casual wage, temporary-salaried or permanent. Up to 38.75 hours per week (7.75-hour shifts) on a rotating schedule that includes evenings and weekends.

What they ask for:

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in Child and Youth Care or a related human service field.
  • Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
  • Pass pre-employment checks, including a vulnerable sector criminal record check.
  • Ability to respond safely to crisis situations, including physical intervention when required.
  • Strong assessment, analytical and critical judgement skills.

What you would do

  • Provide direct care and support to youth with emotional and behavioural challenges.
  • Help keep a safe and secure environment for youth.
  • Assess and identify the specific needs of youth in care.
  • Work with a multidisciplinary team to develop and evaluate care plans.
  • Work directly with youth and their families.
  • Use a trauma-informed approach in all interactions.

How to apply

Apply online through the official Alberta job posting. Your resume should list dates (month and year) for all education and work experience, and show how you meet the requirements and competencies.

Good to know:

  • Candidates who are not matched right away go into a talent pool for up to 12 months.
  • Pre-employment checks include academic credentials, a vulnerable sector criminal record check, an intervention record check and a 5-year commercial driver's abstract.
  • Travel is required, and personal vehicles may be needed when government vehicles are unavailable.
  • Shifts may be on evenings and weekends, and extra hours may be needed.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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