Compassionate Child and Youth Care Worker with 3+ years of experience providing trauma-informed care to youth with emotional and behavioral challenges. Skilled in crisis intervention, life skills coaching, and designing individualized support plans. Certified in Standard First Aid/CPR, Food Safety, and holds a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License with a clean abstract. Proven ability to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends.
- Provided daily care and supervision for 6-8 youth with complex behavioral needs in a residential setting, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
- Developed 10+ individualized intervention plans focused on emotional regulation and life skills (e.g., budgeting, meal prep).
- Led weekly land-based and recreational activities, improving client engagement by 40%.
- Collaborated with social workers and educators to implement trauma-informed strategies, reducing crisis incidents by 25%.
- Conducted crisis interventions using non-violent techniques, prioritizing safety and rapport-building.
- Trauma-Informed Care & Crisis De-Escalation
- Behavioral Intervention Plans & Goal Setting
- Life Skills Development & Educational Support
- Activity Planning (Land-Based, Recreational, Social)
- Safe Crisis Management (SCM/CPI Certified)
- Collaborative Teamwork & Case Documentation
- Standard First Aid/CPR-C (Exp: 2025)
- Nova Scotia Food Safety Certification (Exp: 2025)
- Valid Class 5 Nova Scotia Driver’s License (Clean Abstract)
- Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (2024)
- Child Abuse Registry Check (Clear, 2024)
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification
- Reliable Vehicle with $2M Third-Party Liability Insurance
- Available for day, evening, night, and weekend shifts.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management software.
- Legal eligibility to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen).