Respite Helper, Yellow Shawl – Casual

February 20, 2025

Job Post ID: 25-06-26 (Please include number when applying)

Background:

Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre is currently seeking Casual Respite Helpers within the Yellow Shawl Housing Program.  This program is a partnership between the Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre and Community Education Development Association (CEDA) that will phase in a structured independent living program for youth between the ages of 16 to 21 years.  Youth who need an innovative housing program focused on providing a safe and supportive continuum of structure and supervision ranging from peer support to more direct staffing involvement in day-to-day activities.

The Casual Respite Helper will provide case management and direct support to the youth residents on a flexible schedule, day/evening/weekend, as needed for additional care and/or supervision for the youth. 

Qualifications:

• Experience working with Indigenous youth and their families.
• Establishing trusting relationships with youth to improve their health and well-being.
• Ability to use strength-based, solution-focused and non-judgmental approaches.
• Ability to take initiative and direction, working well within a team setting.
• Flexibility to workdays, evenings and weekends, as may be required.
• Understanding of Indigenous customs, experience, traditions, and values is an asset.
• First Aid/CPR valid certification.
• Class 5, Manitoba driver’s license and access to a vehicle would be considered an asset.
• Current (within 3 months) Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry and Prior Contact checks.

Open Until Filled.

 We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  As an Indigenous employer, we encourage First Nations, Inuit and Métis applicants to apply.

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