North 52 Community Services is seeking hands-on Child & Youth Workers to support youth in a residential care setting in Prince George. These roles involve active supervision, structured routines, and trauma-informed support for youth with developmental and complex needs.

This is a high-engagement position requiring consistency, clear boundaries, strong teamwork, and a willingness to be physically and socially active throughout the shift.

• Day Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Evening Shift: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

• Awake Night Shift: 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM (fully awake position – sleeping not permitted)

Applicants may indicate availability for one or more shifts.

• Provide continuous supervision in accordance with care plans and consistency guidelines

• Support daily routines including hygiene, meals, and medication administration

• Maintain a safe environment and actively prevent hazards or unsafe situations

• Use CPI and trauma-informed approaches during dysregulation or escalation

• Support community outings and transportation, ensuring public and youth safety

• Complete required documentation, logs, and incident reports

• Communicate clearly and consistently with team members and on-call leadership

Recreation and community engagement are a core part of this role. Staff are expected to lead, participate in, and supervise activities rather than observe from a distance.

Activities may include:

• Swimming and aquatic activities, including close supervision and active participation

• Outdoor activities such as walking, parks, playgrounds, sledding, and community exploration

• Structured play and games, both indoors and outdoors

• Cultural, recreational, and community programs as appropriate

• Supporting positive social interactions and modelling appropriate behaviour in public settings

Staff must be comfortable:

• Staying physically active during shifts

• Providing constant supervision in busy or stimulating environments

• Using redirection and front-loading to support regulation during activities

• Supporting transitions into and out of activities smoothly and safely

• Support school routines and transitions, including preparation, drop-off, and pick-up

• Lead structured daytime and after-school activities

• Support meals, hygiene routines, and bedtime preparation

• Provide redirection, emotional regulation support, and consistent boundaries

• Maintain continuous overnight supervision

• Respond to night waking, early rising, or dysregulation

• Support early morning routines, hygiene, and breakfast/lunch preparation

• Complete overnight documentation and conduct safety checks

• Experience working with children or youth in care or support settings preferred

• Diploma or Degree in Child & Youth Care, Social Work, or related field preferred

• CPI certification (required)

• First Aid / CPR (required)

• Food Safe certification (required)

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

• Clear Criminal Record Check

• Strong communication, consistency, and documentation skills

• Gender-Affirming Care Training

• Suicide Assist (ASIST)

North 52 Community Services offers structured programs, clear expectations, and strong leadership support. Staff play a key role in providing stability, safety, and meaningful engagement to youth in care through active, relationship-based work.