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Temporary Part-Time Children & Youth with Special Needs Family Support Worker
Job Number # 
16156
Employer 
Westcoast Community Resources Society
Job Location(s) 
Tofino
Ucluelet
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Jul 09, 2025
Apply By 
Jul 28, 2025
Start Date 
ASAP
Schedule 
Part Time
Hours 
10 hours per week
Wage 
$29.17/Hour
NOC Code 
4212
Source 
Employer
Details 

Duties: The Children & Youth with Special Needs Family Support Worker provides support to parents and caregivers in Ucluelet & Tofino, with children aged 0 – 18 who either have a diagnosis of a development disability, autism, or are eligible for the “at-home” program.  Referrals to the program will be made by the CYSN Social Worker for MCFD.  Assessments and established goals are provided by MCFD, and through individual and group work the CYSN Family Support Worker will teach, support and refer families to appropriate services allowing families to raise their children and to reach their highest potential.  Though this is generally an intervention program, actual services to be delivered will also include Outreach, Linking and/or Brokerage, Mentoring and Training and Education.

Qualifications 

Skills and Qualifications: 

  1. Relevant diploma / degree in child and youth care or a related area and/or combination of experience and training.
  2. A minimum of 2 years experience working in a supportive role with children, youth and families.
  3. Specialized training as necessary.
  4. Full & Valid Class 5 BC Drivers License, own vehicle in good working condition and appropriate insurance.
  5. Level 1 First Aid with CPR.
  6. Basic computer skills.
  7. Behaviour management - CPi training and/or non-violent crisis intervention training.
  8. Experience in assessment, program design, evaluation and Individual Program Planning.
  9. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  10. Exemplary interpersonal skills.
How to Apply 

How to apply: attention to Human Resources Westcoast Community Resources Society, by email humanresources@wccrs.ca or by Fax: 250.726.2353