YOUTH SERVICES Awake Nights Contract to May 2017: Anago (Non) Residential Resources Inc.

Be part of a dynamic, not-for-profit organization committed to providing a diverse array of services to individuals with social, emotional, developmental and physical challenges.  Employment with Anago enables you to provide a safe and inclusive environment that inspires individuals to realize their own potential resulting in a resilient and vibrant community.

 

Anago-Parkhill Therapeutic Care Residence (APR) is an 11 bed residence providing residential supports to at risk female adolescents in Southwestern Ontario between the ages of 12-17.  Youth are supported by empowering, building trust, social inclusion, advocacy, respect, counselling and teaching to create resilient, sustainable, healthy, responsible independent lifestyles and positive self-esteem. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of youth work as it relates to a therapeutic care residence.  Shifts include overnights.

           
Qualifications:

• Demonstrated understanding of youth behaviour and the Youth Service System



• Able to establish therapeutic relationships on the basis of respect and trust



• Solid organizational, communication and problem solving skills; attention to detail

• Willingness to promote our Corporate philosophy



• Ability and willingness to lead youth through a process of self-evaluation and goal setting consistent with Cognitive Behaviour Theory and Lead Management



• Ability to write clear, concise observations of youth behaviour



• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; both written and oral



• Ability to use sound judgment and make independent decisions based on Policies & Procedures



• Proven computer skills, Microsoft Office preferred



• A valid Ontario (G) Driver’s Licence, current Police Records Check & Vulnerable Position    Screening, Standard First Aid & CPR, PMAB Certificate

• Post Secondary education in a related field



• Minimum of two (2) years experience in a youth residential setting

 
Work Location:          Anago-Parkhill Therapeutic Care Residence (APR) – Parkhill, ON

 
Starting Wage:           $17.79 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

 
Application Deadline:       Please apply with resume and covering letter, quoting job number

                                           02-060816-228 no later than 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016 to:

 

Anago (Non) Residential Resources Inc.

Attn: Director of Human Resources

371 Princess Avenue, London ON  N6B 2A7

Fax:  (519) 435-0062  E-Mail:  employment@anago.on.ca

 
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.  Anago is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@anago.on.ca.