Child And Youth Worker Resume
Objective : As a Child And Youth Worker, coordinates and supports the implementation, ongoing monitoring, and evaluation of the Youth Gang Prevention program in partnership with community stakeholders and following the approved funding agreements, ensuring that targets are met.
Skills : Empathy, Compassion.
Description :
- Provided on-site assessment of presenting concerns, stabilization, management of crises, and linkage with other resources as required.
- Provided risk assessment with referred youth in crisis and brief treatment interventions for youth and families.
- Provided consultation to community partners and informed them regarding service navigation for children’s mental health and other social service systems in the County.
- Supported 5 County hospitals with discharge planning, and community transition following admission or emergency room visits.
- Completed necessary paperwork promptly as per policies and procedures.
- Provided intakes and assessments and refer to qualified counselors when necessary.
- Planned and implemented youth-focused activities.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelor's in Child and Youth Care
Child And Youth Worker Resume
Summary : As a Child And Youth Worker, assesses and assigns program referrals to ensure compliance with program criteria, promotion of diversity and representation, and appropriate caseload for Youth Navigator and Youth Mentor.
Skills : Communication Skills, Crisis Intervention.
Description :
- Created prevention initiatives by using recreation/social programs.
- Provided awareness workshops for different age groups recognizing abusive patterns and lifestyles.
- Established relationships with various stakeholders in the community, and maintained good working relationships.
- Supported young people to have input and make informed positive decisions, advocating on their behalf where necessary.
- Contributed to the organization and implementation of tasks and activities which promote and encourage participation amongst young people.
- Liaised with professionals from multi-agency teams/settings to foster collaboration and appropriate information sharing regarding workstreams and relevant young people.
- Supported partner services and organizations to enable them to ensure young people have a voice and contribute to their service design and delivery.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor's in Psychology
Child And Youth Worker Resume
Summary : As a Child And Youth Worker, conducts research, identifies risks, gaps, and duplications, and monitors evidence-based practices and trends, provides strategic advice and recommendations to the Executive Team, Steering Committee, and program partners.
Skills : Behavior Management, Teamwork.
Description :
- Safeguarded and promoted the welfare of young people at all times in line with local policies and procedures.
- Supported and promoted the work of the service and corporate objectives alongside other team members.
- Maintained an awareness of policies and procedures that impact service delivery.
- Assisted with continuous improvements through reflection and evaluation of service delivery.
- Provided direct care by displaying the role of tutor, role model, cook, and source of emotional support.
- Provided assistance by creating and following developmentally appropriate recreational activities.
- Transported clients to home visits, and appointments.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor's in Social Work
Child And Youth Worker Resume
Objective : As a Child And Youth Worker, develops public education and outreach programs and related communication materials to build awareness of initiatives and disseminate information regarding evidence-based practices in addressing youth gang prevention.
Skills : Counseling Skills, Advocacy.
Description :
- Maintained a safe and effective milieu by participating in the provision of a structured, therapeutic environment.
- Collaborated with staff and families to achieve desired treatment outcomes.
- Ensured a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for children and youth providing age-appropriate activities with adaptations as needed.
- Promoted behavioral change and personal growth of children and youth who are having difficulties coping as a result of social, emotional, physical, or cognitive delays.
- Designed, implemented, and evaluated youth-centered individual plans to aid in transitioning youth to independence.
- Provided life skills training as per goals set out by the youth and other stakeholders.
- Supported youth to achieve their established goals using a strengths-based approach.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's in Social Work
Child And Youth Worker Resume
Objective : As a Child And Youth Worker, establishes and facilitates cross-departmental, stakeholder, and partner collaboration to improve direct service delivery to youth and families, and cultivates opportunities for joint planning, decision-making, and resource sharing.
Skills : Assessment, Cultural Competence.
Description :
- Worked within the youth community to utilize local resources and programs.
- Initiated activity groups, related to the specific needs and goals of the youth.
- Maintained accurate and current file records on all youth.
- Maintained awareness of community resources and gaps as well as the socio-economic and geographical make-up of the community.
- Consulted with social workers, other professionals, and family when appropriate.
- Adhered to SCCSS policies and procedures and meets all legal, contractual, financial, and other compliance requirements such as CARF.
- Learned about the area in which your projects take place, and the needs of young residents.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's in Social Work
Child And Youth Worker Resume
Objective : As a Child And Youth Worker, provided onsite assessment support in the Emergency Department at GBGH as required to conduct Child and Youth assessments on youth who have been placed on a Form 1 for admission to a Schedule 1 hospital.
Skills : Patience, Resilience.
Description :
- Set up and ran projects and programs of activities for young people.
- Provided opportunities for young people to talk openly and confidentially.
- Developed and implemented ways to involve young people in projects – for example, by providing feedback or being involved in decisions.
- Met with clients to assess their progress, give support, and discuss any difficulties or problems.
- Assisted in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs by tracking clients' behavioral changes and responses to interventions.
- Advised and aided recipients of social assistance and pensions.
- Provided crisis intervention and emergency shelter services.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Fresher
Education
Bachelor's in Psychology
Child And Youth Worker Resume
Summary : As a Child And Youth Worker, performs child and youth mental health work in establishing and maintaining therapeutic relationships with children and youth with complex mental health and/or addiction issues who require long-term residential treatment at a youth treatment center.
Skills : Good active listener, Active person.
Description :
- Implemented and organized the delivery of specific services within the community.
- Maintained contact with other social service agencies and health care providers involved with clients to provide information and obtain feedback on clients' overall progress.
- Mobilized and coordinated volunteer resources and activities for a range of organizations such as human service agencies, health care facilities, arts, and sports.
- Established trusting and meaningful 1-to-1 relationships with children, youth, and families.
- Implemented strategies that include planned daily activities, coordinated treatment interventions, structured environments, and organized recreational and social activities.
- Helped individuals and families identify personal strengths and resources for positive change.
- Helped develop and implement individual and group treatment programs.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
Bachelor's in Psychology
Child And Youth Worker Resume
Summary : As a Child And Youth Worker, demonstrates an understanding of behavioral and emotional needs and problems of youth and deals decisively with youth in crisis, follows unit guidelines and individual treatment plans of all young people consistently and accurately.
Skills : Collaboration, Rapport.
Description :
- Responded effectively to acts of aggression and depressive, destructive or self-injurious behaviours.
- Engaged in behavior management programming and safety and security programming for young people in residential centres.
- Assisted children and young people with their daily needs and routines.
- Helped children and young people to form positive beliefs about themselves.
- Modeled and taught children and young people how to build positive, trusting and respectful relationships.
- Worked with a focus on reflective practice and continuous improvement.
- Identified and pursued sources of funding for projects to improve services and/or resources for young people.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor's in Psychology
Child And Youth Worker Resume
Objective : As a Child And Youth Worker, supported young people to participate in sessions and activities that promote active citizenship and personal and social development. Implement life skills workshops, substance abuse treatment programs, behavior management programs, youth services programs, and other community and social service programs under the supervision of social services or health care professionals.
Skills : Psychology knowledge, Sensitivity.
Description :
- Monitored the well-being of children, including observing their behavior and adapting to changes in their needs over time.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about issues or concerns regarding a child’s behavior or health.
- Prepared and planning activities that encourage physical activity and promote healthy lifestyles.
- Observed and documenting children’s behavior to identify signs of abuse or neglect.
- Determined whether a child has any medical problems that require immediate attention.
- Provided support to children who have been abused or neglected by helping them cope with the traumatic event.
- Provided supervision and guidance to children regarding appropriate behavior in social and recreational settings.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's in Social Work
Child And Youth Worker Resume
Objective : As a Child And Youth Worker, works directly with children and young people, helping them to build life skills and confidence, develop healthy relationships, and make decisions that are right for them.
Skills : Technological knowledge, Counselling skills.
Description :
- Helped children develop social skills and coping mechanisms to deal with difficult situations.
- Monitored the safety and security of children in foster homes or group homes by ensuring that they complied with rules set by the facility.
- Consulted with young people, assessing their needs, writing reports, and providing support with outlined support programs.
- Arranged necessities for clients such as food, shelter, and clothing.
- Assessed the client’s progress and provided additional help where needed.
- Referred clients to relevant support organizations.
- Wrote reports, submissions, and funding applications.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's in Social Work
