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Bright Star Respite

Child & Youth Care Worker (CYCW)

Airdrie, AB, Canada

$24.88/hr to $27.30/hr · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $24.88/hr to $27.30/hr
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 27, 2026
Experience: Minimum 2 years of direct experience supporting children or youth with complex neurodivergent needs, including ASD
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 12, 2026

Original job description

Application Deadline:

November 27, 2026

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-Day Support

This is an awake shift with a youth who has severe autism, a sleep disorder, is non-verbal, and has elopement tendencies. The youth requires constant supervision and engagement activities. The youth enjoys walks and swimming, so the candidate must be physically fit. The worker will support the youth with feeding and toileting, and must be able to de-escalate high-emotional situations. The worker will also work with an interdisciplinary team that includes speech therapists, pediatricians, and behavioural analysts, and must be able to report essential details to the family and document daily in a log book.
Provide direct, trauma-informed care and supervision to children and youth with complex neurodivergent needs
Implement individualized support plans & safety plans, behavioural strategies, and therapeutic interventions in collaboration with the clinical team
Support daily living activities including personal care, meal preparation, medication administration (as trained), and household routines
Use de-escalation techniques to support youth during periods of emotional and behavioural dysregulation
Model and encourage positive social skills, self-regulation, and independence

Family & Community

Build and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with families and natural supports
Support family reunification goals by facilitating meaningful family contact and visits
Advocate for each client's participation in school, community programs, and cultural activities
Liaise with CFS and FSCD Caseworkers, DFNA representatives, school staff, and CSD agencies.

Documentation & Communication

Complete accurate and timely documentation including daily logs, monthly reports, quarterly reports incident reports, safety plans and progress notes
Participate in Professional Development Days, Family Group Conferences, Family Circle Meetings, Monthly Staff Meetings, Case Conferences, Service Team Meetings and training sessions
Communicate shift exchange information clearly and thoroughly
Understanding of CARF policies and procedures

Expectations

Attend the monthly staff meeting and additional professional development training.

Requirements

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for a compassionate, skilled, and adaptable Child & Youth Care Worker to join the Airdrie, AB team. The ideal candidate brings both formal training and hands-on experience supporting children and youth with complex neurodivergent needs, including ASD, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, ODD & intergenerational trauma. You understand that behaviours are a form of communication, and you meet each child where they are - with curiosity, consistency, and care.

You Are Someone Who:

Leads with empathy and patience in high-support environments

Is confident supporting children and youth during emotional dysregulation and complex behavioural presentations

Values cultural humility and understands the importance of Indigenous identity in healing and connection

Communicates clearly and professionally with families, caseworkers, and interdisciplinary teams

Thrives in a collaborative, team-based residential setting

Is committed to client autonomy and advocates for each young person in their home, school, and community

Qualifications & Education

Required Education (one of the following):

Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Care (CYCW)

Diploma or Degree in Social Work

Degree in Psychology (with demonstrated direct practice experience)

Required Experience:

Minimum 2 years of direct experience supporting children or youth with complex neurodivergent needs, including ASD

Demonstrated experience with behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques

Demonstrated knowledge of accreditation standards and experience contributing to the development, editing, and amendment of policies and procedures

Experience working within or alongside child welfare systems (CFS, DFNA, or equivalent) considered a strong asset

Required Certifications & Clearances:

CPR First Aid Level C (current)

Police Information Check (completed within the last 6 months)

Child Intervention Record Check (completed within the last 6 months)

Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence

Clear 3-year driver's abstract (dated within the last 6 months)

Reliable personal vehicle with third-party liability insurance

Assets (not Required, But Valued):

Prior experience working within a CARF-accredited organization, with a demonstrated understanding of the accreditation process - first preference will be given to candidates with this background

Certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), Mandt, or equivalent

Experience with FSCD (Family Support for Children with Disabilities) or PDD (Persons with Developmental Disabilities)

Knowledge of or connection to Indigenous cultures, communities, or languages

Training in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) or other autism-specific frameworks

Experience supporting children in a residential or 24-hour care setting

Supporting Documentation Required

Requirements

Diploma in Child and Youth Care
Clear Child Intervention Record Check, dated within the last 6 months
Clear Police Record Check, dated within the last 6 months
Clear 3-year driver’s abstract
Vehicle with valid third-party liability insurance
CPR and First Aid
Mental Health First Aid
Autism Awareness Training
Proficiency with electronic documentation and reporting emergencies to the on-call supervisor
Ability to follow CARF accreditation standards and AHS food preparation guidelines

Job Type

Full-Time

Salary

$24.88/hr to $27.30/hr

Ability to Commute/Relocate

Candidates must be able to travel to Airdrie without public transit.

Application Question(s)

How to Apply?

We'd Love To Learn More About You! Please Send Your Resume And a Cover Letter Telling Us a Bit About Your Passion For This Work And What Draws You To Airdrie AB. Applications Can Be Submitted To:

alaina@brightstarrespite.ca

Please include "Child & Youth Care Worker - Airdrie AB" in your subject line.

Language

English

License/Certification

Diploma in Child and Youth Care

Clear Child Intervention Record Check, dated within the last 6 months

Clear Police Record Check, dated within the last 6 months

Clear 3-year driver’s abstract

Vehicle with valid third-party liability insurance

CPR and First Aid

Mental Health First Aid

Autism Awareness Training

Work Location

Airdrie, AB

Application Deadline

November 27, 2026

Expected Start Date

December 13, 2026

Please Email Your Job Application To:

Alaina@brightstarrespite.ca

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Responsibilities

Provide awake-shift supervision and individualized, trauma-informed care for a youth with complex neurodivergent needs, including support with daily living, safety, emotional regulation, and community activities. Collaborate with the family and interdisciplinary team, communicate shift updates, and maintain accurate daily and periodic documentation.

Requirements

Requires a diploma or degree in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or Psychology with direct practice experience, plus at least two years supporting children or youth with complex neurodivergent needs, including autism. Required credentials include current CPR and First Aid Level C, clear recent police and child intervention checks, a valid Class 5 licence and driving abstract, an insured personal vehicle, and the listed mental health and autism training.

Skills

Direct Care
Trauma-Informed Care
Autism Support
Behaviour Support
De-Escalation
Safety Planning
Personal Care
Medication Administration
Family Collaboration
Interdisciplinary Teamwork
Documentation and Reporting
Cultural Humility
Crisis Response
Applied Behaviour Analysis
Communication
Client Advocacy

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Hiring contact

Alaina

Hiring contact email

alaina@brightstarrespite.ca

Keywords

Child and Youth Care
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Neurodivergent Needs
Trauma-Informed Care
Individualized Support Plans
Safety Plans
Behavioural Strategies
Therapeutic Interventions
De-Escalation
Emotional Dysregulation
Personal Care
Medication Administration
Family Reunification
Child and Family Services
Family Support for Children with Disabilities
CARF Accreditation
CPR and First Aid Level C
Mental Health First Aid
Autism Awareness Training
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Applied Behaviour Analysis
Child Intervention Record Check
Police Information Check
Class 5 Driver's Licence
Daily Logs
Incident Reports
Interdisciplinary Team
Indigenous Cultural Humility

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