Child and Youth Care Worker

Are you passionate about making a difference in a young person’s life? In this role, you'll provide structured, one-on-one support in a home setting to help a youth build independence and thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Teach life skills for independent living.
• Guide behavior management and coping strategies.
• De-escalate crisis situations with effective interventions.
• Collaborate with family, care teams, and community professionals.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment.
• Keep accurate documentation and reports.
• Engage in recreational activities that promote growth and well-being.

Benefits

• Competitive wage - $27.54
• 10.6% additional pay with each paycheck for vacation and stats
• 5 fully paid sick days per year
• Wage increases with every 2000 hrs. of seniority, up until Step 4
• Fully paid training and professional development opportunities
• Community involvement and well-being activities
• Priority as an internal candidate for future job vacancies
• Interior Community Services is a Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) employer. Casual employees' entitlement to MPP is determined based on the candidate's current contribution status. If you are already a contributing member, your contributions will continue without interruption.

Benefits

• Competitive wage from- $27.54
• Flexible leave options: choose what works best for you:
• Option 1: Get 10.6% added to every paycheck
• Option 2: Accrue paid time off with:
• Vacation starts at 3 weeks (after 1 year), with more time added as you grow with us
• 5% Stat Holiday Bank to use for unworked stat days
• Up to 5 days sick leave in a year
• Regular wage increases every 2,000 hours (up to Step 4)
• Priority consideration for internal job opportunities
• Wellness perks and community involvement events
• Fully paid training and ongoing professional development
• Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) employer – with eligibility based on service and earnings. Already a member? You’re in from day one!

What You Bring

• Diploma in Human or Social services or other related field
• Experience working with a care team to support youth with diverse needs.
• Or a combination of education, training and experience.

Your unique qualities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with youth, families, and care teams.
• Support youth who have experienced trauma with compassion and understanding.
• Respond calmly to challenging behaviors, crises, and aggression.
• Apply attachment theory and CBT principles in your approach.
• Guided youth in life skills, goal-setting, and daily routines.
• Develop personalized schedules and plans to support growth.
• Stay active—bike, swim, walk, hike, and engage in client-focused activities.
• Think critically, follow policies, and take initiative.
• Manage conflicts effectively and document accurately.
• Keep the home running—shopping, cleaning, budgeting, and meal planning.
• Cook nutritious meals to support a healthy lifestyle.
• Assess safety risks and respond appropriately to crises.
• Administer medications.

Other Musts

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License + safe driving record
• Access to a reliable vehicle
• Consent to Criminal Record and Background Check by MCFD
• Unionized position with a 1.85% union dues deduction
• The following training is required and provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certification is an asset: First Aid, Mandt, SafeTALK, Safe Food Handling, Medication Management, Privacy and Information Sharing, Abuse and Neglect Awareness training, Anti-Bullying, and Harassment.
• Physical requirements of the job include supporting individuals with recreational activities and household duties, including hiking, biking, yard work, snow removal, general cleaning duties, etc.

PROGRAM: 611 Down

LOCATION: Kamloops, BC

STATUS: Temp Part-Time

TERM: 3 months

HOURS of WORK: 8 hours per week

SCHEDULE: Saturday/ Sunday, 230PM-630PM

REPORTS TO: 611 Program Coordinator

COMPENSATION: $27.54 - $31.61 (Grid 11 as per collective agreement)

CLOSING DATE: Open until a suitable candidate is found

JOB NUMBER: 2026-59

Contact us at ***email_hidden*** for any accommodation needs at any stage of the hiring process.

ICS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, visible or invisible diverse abilities, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or, citizenship or immigration status. Where bona fide occupational requirements limit the applicant selection, the burden of proof rests with the Employer.