At Venture Academy employees are chosen for their integrity, compassion, and ability to contribute in helping young people learn and grow into fulfilled responsible adults.
Our staff have a comprehensive understanding of the diverse challenges faced by active youth and young adults and have a proven record of proficiency in working with our target population.

Employees are selected not only for their education and experience, but also for their ability to "connect" with clients and their ability to support youth in demonstrating movement towards their goals.

All staff must submit to a thorough screening process and criminal record check, possess a valid provincial driver's license and provide an inspected and well-maintained personal vehicle for business use.

Venture Academy commits to ongoing training for all our staff. If not already certified, new employees are trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, cultural diversity and emergency first aid. Ongoing training needs are identified and addressed through workshops, seminars, education and skill building.

Employment Qualifications
Listed below are positions that may be available with our agency. Please note that the descriptions state a minimum requirement for the positions. Only brief summaries of the full job descriptions are listed.

Position - Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
The Counsellor will provide effective assessment, counselling, education, support, and treatment services for youth demonstrating difficulties in relation to substance abuse. The Counsellor will support referred youth to reduce the harm associated with substance abuse, help the youth work towards the elimination of substance abuse and support youth in developing healthy lifestyles which do not include reliance on drugs or alcohol.

Qualifications
Candidates for this position will possess sufficient training and experience to perform all responsibilities of the job description. The qualifications for the position are consistent with those of a senior practitioner in the child and youth care field, consisting of a minimum of one of the following:
· BA - CYC and 2 years related experience.
· BSW and 2 years related experience.
· BA and 3 years related experience.
· CYC Certificate and 5 years related experience.
· 7 years combination of related training and experience.

Preferred Related Experience
· Adolescent substance-abuse counselling program
· Adolescent treatment program
· Youth and family counselling program
· Addictions treatment program
· Victimization therapy program
· Adolescent life skills training program

Position - Youth Counsellor
The Counsellor will provide skilled intervention and treatment services to youth admitted to Venture Academy. The Counsellor will provide counselling and support youth in addressing factors contributing to their placement, and assistance in implimenting an integrated case management plan. The Counsellor will support youth in developing healthy lifestyles and appropriate behaviours.

Qualifications
Candidates for this position will possess sufficient training and experience to perform all responsibilities of the job description. The qualifications for the position are consistent with those of a practitioner in the child and youth care field, consisting of a minimum of one of the following:
· BA - CYC and related experience.
· BSW and related experience.
· BA and 2 years related experience.
· CYC Certificate and 3 years related experience.
· 4 years combination of professional-specific training and related experience.

Preferred Related Experience
· Youth residential treatment program
· Youth substance-abuse counselling program
· Youth and family counselling program
· Youth employment services program
· Adolescent life skills training program
· Youth corrections program
· Youth outreach or street services program
· Youth outdoor recreation program
· Young-offender community intervention program

Position - Independent Living Counsellor
The Counsellor will provide community rehabilitation and support services; for youth and young adults admitted into the Independent Living Program. The Counsellor will provide individual support to youth to live independently.

Qualifications
Candidates for this position will possess sufficient training and experience to perform all responsibilities of the job description. The qualifications for the position are consistent with those of a practitioner in the child and youth care field, consisting of a minimum of one of the following:
· BA - CYC and related experience.
· BSW and related experience.
· BA and 2 years related experience.
· CYC Certificate or equivalent and 3 years related experience.
· 4 years combination of professional specific training and related experience.

Preferred Related Experience
· Youth independent living program
· Youth substance-abuse counselling program
· Youth residential treatment program
· Youth and family counselling program
· Youth employment services program
· Youth outreach or street services program
· Adolescent life skills training program

Position - Parent-Counsellor
The Parent-Counsellor will provide for the physical care and emotional nurturing of residents of the program. The Parent-Counsellor will provide skilled intervention and supervision of residents in the home and supports clients to develop healthy lifestyles and appropriate behaviours. The Parent-Counsellor will co-operate with the staff team in implementing the array of services provided to the youth served by the program.

Qualifications
Candidates for this position will possess sufficient training and experience to perform all
responsibilities of the job description. The qualifications for the position consist of a minimum of one of the following:
· BA CYC and related experience
· BSW and related experience
· BA (related) and two years related experience
· CYC certificate, or equivalent and three years related experience
· 4 years combination of profession-specific training and related experience

Preferred Related Experience
· Residential treatment program for adolescents
· Adolescent life skills training program
· Foster parenting

Position - Program Co-ordinator (Small Team Leader)
The Program Co-ordinator will provide leadership to the staff team within the identified catchment area, and support to the Program Director, in daily operations and in achieving the program objectives. The Co-ordinator will demonstrate independence and competence in skilled intervention and supervision of all program residents. The Co-ordinator will provide collaborative leadership with the staff team, and implement the direction of the Program Director, in co-ordinating the array of program services and activities to the youth and families served by the program. The Co-ordinator will provide consultation and supervision to the staff team in dealing with crisis or safety issues, and ensure the safety of residents and staff. The Co-ordinator is a member of the agency management team, and provides staff supervision in the absence of the Program Director.

Qualifications
Candidates must have demonstrated a high degree of competence as a front-line CYCC senior practitioner, within a residential treatment program for adolescents. Program Supervisor/Staff leadership experience is preferred. Minimum combination training and experience:
· BA - CYC and 2 years related experience
· BSW and 2 years related experience
· BA and 3 years related experience
· CYC Certificate or equivalent and 5 years related experience
· 7 years combination of related training and experience

Preferred Related Experience
· Senior CYCC Practitioner position
· Youth and family counselling program
· Youth residential treatment program
· Community agency administration
· Youth community-based intervention/treatment program
· Supervisory experience with similar services

Position - Liaison Agent
The Liaison Agent will provide skilled implementation of our marketing strategy and apply effective promotional techniques in order to inform the public, professionals and potential clients about Venture Academy services and programs. Contacts will be made with youth, families and an array of national and international community professionals. Openings for this position are available now throughout Canada and the United States.

Qualifications
Candidates for this position will possess sufficient training and experience to perform all responsibilities of the job description. The qualifications for the position consist of some or all of the following:
· Outstanding written and oral communication skills
· Warm and presentable personality
· Experienced in establishing and following through with personal and public presentations
· A proven record of successful sales
· Ability to work from home and willingness to travel

Preferred Related Experience
· University recruitment and educational sales
· Marketing positions with substance abuse or social service agencies
· Public speaker and workshop or seminer presenter

Position - Internet Liaison
The Internet Liaison will provide skilled implementation of our marketing strategy and apply effective promotional techniques in order to inform the public, professionals and potential clients about Venture Academy services and programs through the Internet. Duties include communication through discussion board postings, appropriately identified chat rooms and responding to on-line requests for help for adolescents. Openings for this position are available now throughout Canada and the United States.

Qualifications
Candidates for this position will possess sufficient training and experience to perform all responsibilities of the job description. The qualifications for the position consist of some or all of the following:
· Excellent written communication skills
· Exceptional Internet search capabilities
· High degree of on-line professionalism
· Ability to work from home