Youth Care and Support Worker
Hoyleton Youth & Family Services
10.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations of assigned facility; ensuring cleanliness, safety standards were met, and adequate supplies were available for program activities.
- Acted as a positive role model for young people by consistently demonstrating empathy, respect, and genuineness in all interactions.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress for review by case managers or other relevant professionals when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the youth care field.
- Enhanced the emotional well-being of youths by providing a safe and supportive environment for them to express themselves.
- Fostered positive relationships between youths, their families, and support networks through regular communication and collaboration.
- Assisted young people in setting achievable goals, promoting personal growth and development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement targeted strategies for addressing behavioral issues in at-risk youth.
- Provided crisis intervention services during critical incidents or emergencies involving program participants or their families.
- Contributed to a reduction in negative behaviors by consistently enforcing boundaries and expectations.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
