Residence Coordinator - Full-Time Overnight

At IDM Youth Services (IDMYS) we believe that all people have the right to live in a safe, stable, supportive environment. IDMYS provides all-inclusive care in a residential setting to one of the most vulnerable populations, at-risk children and youth. All-inclusive care is everything from cooking, cleaning, driving to and from appointments, administering medications, offering emotional and behavioral support, going on fun outings, and more! Our team at IDMYS is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support in everything we do for the people we serve.

What we offer:

• Meaningful Work: employees have the opportunity to impact the lives of the children/youth we work with; you can be a role model for those who need it. 


• Variety: no two days are the same; you can plan and take the youth on outings and activities such as bowling, swimming, hiking, camping, and more!


• Awesome Benefits: extended health and dental benefits. 


• Enrollment in MPP: for those who qualify.


• Career Growth: we offer in house training (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention), external training (Mental Health First aid, ASIST, etc.). 
  


• Free parking.


• Casual dress.
  

Compensation, hours and location:

The Residence Coordinator is Grid 14 - Compensation starts at $33.77 per hour for Residence Coordinator shifts and requires union membership (Any other shifts picked up will be paid out at the rate designated for the shift type). 

This is a Full-Time Permanent position and will include evening and awake overnight shifts.  

Who We’re Looking For:

Candidates who are looking to contribute to the growth and development of others, have a passion for helping others, and have experience working with at-risk children and youth. Candidates who are looking to grow their career in the social services field.

Candidates who are positive, empathetic, and hard working.

What we are looking for: 

• Passion for helping others, open-minded, adaptable.


• Proven leadership skills: the ability to support with orientation, training, supervision, and work direction.


• Excellent communicator who is understanding, patient and non-judgmental while providing exceptional care to our youth


• Computer literacy


• Preference Given to those who have:
  
  
  
  • Experience working with at-risk youth and/or people who have a mental health diagnosis.
  
  
  • Understanding of Trauma Informed Care.
  
  
  • Experience administering and documenting daily medications.
  
  
  • Experience working with suicide prevention and self-harm behaviour.
  
  
  • Education in a related field (education, psychology, child and youth care, counselling, health).
  
  
  
  

Qualification Requirements:

• Diploma in a related human/social service field, three years recent related experience, and one-year minimum experience in a supervisory or administrative role. Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Valid Driver's license - the equivalent of BC Class 5


• Must be 19 years or older.
  


• Must obtain and maintain screening through the MCFD and the Ministry of Justice.
  


• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must complete screening through the Ministry of Justice and a Ministry Check. This requires applicants to provide police clearances from any country lived in outside of Canada for 6 or more month since turning 18. These checks can take up to 8 weeks to obtain, please ensure you prepare accordingly.

If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply with a resume and cover letter telling us why you'd be the perfect fit. This position will remain open until filled, but a review of resumes will start immediately so don't delay in applying! We look forward to connecting with you!

We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

To learn more about IDM Youth Services, please visit us at https://www.idmyouthservices.ca/