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Overview Youth Care Practitioner (YCP) in the Independent Living with Supports (ILS) Program provides ongoing, culturally sensitive care and mentorship to young people living independently, while adhering to organizational policies and procedures. A major focus is to be a positive role-model and assist participants in reaching their agreed-upon goals. The role aligns with the Seven Teachings of the Anishinabek: Love, Respect, Courage, Honesty, Wisdom, Humility & Truth. Primary Responsibilities Transport youth to and from appointments (medical & other), to pay bills, to grocery store. Provide direction, support and participation in daily chores. Help young people develop and implement household routines. Record keeping and report writing as required, including monthly reports. Ensure all receipts for items purchased with company funds are forwarded to the program supervisor. Provide first aid interventions as required. Work as part of a team to ensure consistency in the youths experiences with The Link. Spend one-on-one time with the youth. Identify and assist with life skills development. Actively involve with the youth in family and community. Encourage and participate in cultural activities. Assist in developing and implementing plans for special occasions such as birthdays or holidays. Help youth with meal planning, grocery shopping and cooking. Adhere to and encourage safe food handling, cooking and cleanup. Teach budgeting and shopping techniques. Assist with maintenance and cleanliness of the office space and vehicles. Report damage or concerns with the building and vehicles to the program supervisor. Assist with health and safety procedures and routines for staff and youth. Advocate for a healthy and safe environment for young people. Participate in any other job-related tasks as requested by the supervisor or manager. Experience Demonstrate understanding of the Child and Family Services system in Manitoba, particularly in Indigenous communities and the impacts of inter-generational and historical trauma. Knowledge, awareness and respect of Indigenous cultures, languages, traditions, and practices aligned with the organizations mission and values. Understanding of issues and concerns of Indigenous peoples within a child welfare environment. Ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Knowledge of Indigenous culture and traditions. Provide services through an Indigenous lens that is holistic and focuses on the strengths and experiences of Indigenous children, youth, families and communities. Knowledge of history and impact of intergenerational barriers and oppression faced by Indigenous people. Knowledge of systems for children in care, school, family functioning and child welfare preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and ability to operate in a networked environment, including writing incident reports, developing and editing documents, and emailing. Education Completion of high school or equivalent, and a minimum of 2 years experience in the youth care field; combination of education and experience may be considered. Conditions Of Employment Willingness to obtain necessary training per the organizations policy, including Crisis De-escalation, Applied Suicide Intervention, and Colonization Awareness. Emergency First Aid and CPR Level C or willingness to obtain. Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, clear Child Abuse Registry check with Prior Contact checks, and clear Adult Abuse Registry check, all within the last 3 months. Valid Manitoba Driver's License. SALARY RANGE: $18.00 per hour plus a Northern Allowance. HOURS OF WORK: Full-time 40 hours per week with a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends, or holidays. NUMBER OF VACANCIES: More than 1 position available. HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must demonstrate in their resume and cover letter how they meet the requirements of the position. Please submit a cover letter and resume (in Word or PDF). WORK LOCATION: Thompson, Manitoba. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, you may request accommodation at any point in the process. All information received regarding accommodations will be kept confidential. The Link is an equal opportunity employer. Indigenous people, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Link is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For further information about other employment and volunteer opportunities please visit the Link careers page. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Mental Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr