Wood's Homes is a non-profit children's mental health center based in Calgary and we create and provide quality mental health services that promote and restore the well-being of children and families who struggle with problems big and small. Are you a passionate and dedicated individual interested in making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families? Are you committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates diverse voices at every level? Then we want you to join the Wood's Homes team.

Wood's Homes is searching for five (5) casual Youth & Family Counsellor I to join our Community Casual Program.

Role Summary:
Reporting to the Management of Wood's Homes Community Casuals Program, the Youth & Family counsellor is the primary worker with children, youth and families within a structured setting. Youth & Family Counsellors primarily work rotating shifts that provide coverage twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week. The Youth & Family Counsellor will demonstrate due diligence in being exceptional in the delivery of high-quality services and in meeting the requirements of the Health and Safety Management System at Wood’s Homes.

• This role will be providing coverage or additional staffing to our community and residential based programs (Altadore, Collingwood, Wheatland, Community Stabilization, Lighthouse, ISKA, PDD/New Horizon, Birch, Inglewood Opportunity Hub) as needed*

Wood’s Homes pays a shift premium of three dollars ($3.00) per hour for all hours worked between 11:00 pm - 7:00 am.

Casual/Relief staff members a required to pick up at least 2 shifts a month.

Responsibilities:

• Implementing and maintaining a structured setting fostering the development of personal and social functioning for each client.
• Is responsible for a variety of therapeutic responsibilities for particular children, youth, and
• their families. In combination with relevant case management, these responsibilities include attendance at case conferences, involvement in intervention strategies, consultations, school meetings, doctor’s appointments, family meetings, etc.
• Maintains the upkeep of the living space of the program and ensures the provision of a program that fits the requirements of the Licensing Department.
• Is responsible for a variety of tasks associated with program functioning including meal preparation, cleaning, and transportation of children, youth, and families.
• Ensure that all required trainings and Conditions of Employment are current and maintained.
• Provide availability to the Casual Manager as per the collective agreement.
• Arrange supervision once per month (either in person or virtually)
• Ensure that all program protocols are followed.
• Follow structure, routines, and professional etiquette requirements (i.e.- dress code) of each program worked in
• Ensure knowledge of agency policy and procedures
• Maintain line of communication with supervisor for scheduling, supervision and payroll needs.
• Maintain knowledge of Wood’s Homes database and use it for data entry to document client activities.
• Ensure that the casual manager is updated in a timely fashion of any additional shifts picked up after the schedule is posted.
• Follow the Wood’s Homes Health and Safety Management System.
• Executes other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Must have either completed or near completion (less than 4 months) a diploma or degree in human services (current students will be hired as trainees)
• Current proof of professional registration may be required for certain diplomas or degrees.
• Standard First Aid and CPR (or proof of enrollment)
• Experience in working with young people preferred.
• Must have a class 5 driver’s license and own transportation.
• Commitment to the Wood’s Homes standards of employment.
• Commitment to work a minimum of 24 hours per month.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and awake overnights.
• Commitment to perform their duties in a professionally mature manner.

Why choose us. We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. At Wood’s Homes we embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. Should you need accommodation during the interview please inform your contact prior to the interview and let them know what you require. We offer competitive pay, great health and pension benefits, and a supportive and inclusive workplace environment with plenty of opportunities for professional growth. Bring your unique strengths, skills and passion to Wood’s Homes. Please visit us at www.woodshomes.ca for complete information about and our organization.


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