Youth Care Worker - Corman Park, SK

Location: Welke House, Corman Park, SK Position: Full Time Term ending November 30, 2027 Posting Closing Date: November 12, 2026 Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, youth, and adults with complex needs? Join our team as a Youth Care Worker and become a part of a dynamic, inclusive environment where you can provide care, support, and guidance to those who need it most. As a Youth Care Worker, you will be a key player in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured living environment. You will work alongside participants to help them grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. Your role will involve fully engaging in all aspects of the group living experience, offering both emotional and physical support while being a positive role model. **Qualifications:** Education and Professional Certification * Completion of a High school diploma. * A certificate, diploma, or degree in Child and Youth Care (CYC) or a related field is an asset. **Experience** * At least one (1) year of experience working with children, youth, and/or adults with behavioral, cognitive, mental health, or developmental challenges. **Skills and Characteristics:** * Team player with a collaborative attitude, ready to work alongside others in a supportive environment. * Strong interpersonal skills that allow you to build genuine connections with participants and colleagues. * Leadership that motivates, guides, and models positive behaviors for those you support. * Engaging and creative—whether it's through outdoor adventures, arts, sports, or other activities, you’ll find ways to connect with participants. * Emotional intelligence that helps you remain patient, empathetic, and understanding in every situation. * Problem-solving skills to navigate challenges and make thoughtful decisions. * Knowledge of behavior management and support strategies that can help resolve conflicts and handle crises. * A flexible mindset that allows you to adapt to new situations and challenges. * Open to learning—continuously seeking out opportunities for growth and development. * Basic computer skills and the ability to leverage them in your daily tasks. **Duties and Responsibilities:** **Services** * Provide compassionate support to individuals with complex needs, fostering a safe and nurturing environment where they feel valued and supported. * Bring your creativity to life by helping develop and implement engaging activity plans that encourage participation. * Collaborate with clinical professionals and unit managers to share insights that will help guide treatment plans and goal setting. * Actively participate in team meetings, contributing your ideas and experiences to help improve the care we provide. * Teach essential life skills like self-care, cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and building positive social connections. * Resolve conflicts with empathy and use behavior management strategies such as conflict resolution, crisis management, and life space