THERAPEUTIC SUPPORT WORKER

Full Time Therapeutic Support Worker
35 Hours Weekly – Flexible Hours
Salary: $25 – $35.00 per hour
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
The Therapeutic Support Worker will work one-to-one with a youth who has complex neurodevelopmental disabilities. This position will support the youth using a relational, strength-based approach in a variety of environments to meet his mental health, educational, cultural and recreational needs. This position will focus primarily in supporting the youth in the school environment on a modified school schedule as well as some community recreational activities.
The Therapeutic Support Worker will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and with the youth’s family.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
This position requires:
• Degree/Diploma from an accredited University or College within a Human Services field such as: Child and Youth Worker; Developmental Service Worker; Social Worker; Recreational Therapy; Nursing; Psychology or Early Childhood Education.
• 3-5 years of experience working with youth 8-12 years of age who have complex neurodevelopmental profiles. Such as: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Knowledge of and experience using trauma-informed practices and understanding the impacts of trauma on child development.
Certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention or related certificate and a First Aid Certificate is an asset.
Qualified Candidates are invited to submit a resume and three references to:
Lisa Gray
Email: lkgray@tbaytel.net
Closing date November 30, 2024