Residential Youth Worker

Description

Provide support and assistance to young people in the community, residential facilities and correctional settings.

Tasks include

• Plans and implements programs of supervision and support for children in residential care
• Supervises and arranges activities to enhance the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children in residential care
• Wakes children and ensures they are washed, dressed, fed and ready for educational and recreational activities
• Supervises children during domestic activities
• Assesses individual needs, and plans and develops support programs
• Prepares reports and maintains client records
• Interviews individuals and assesses the nature and extent of abilities
• Maintains discipline and reinforces appropriate behaviour standards
• Monitors and reports on the progress of individuals