Child and Youth Care Worker
Department: Child Welfare
Location(s): Moosonee, Moose Factory, Cochrane, Kapuskasing, Timmins, or other designated service sites
Reports To: Service Supervisors – Child Welfare
Job Class: Team Member
Salary Structure: 25$ an hour
Employment Type: Casual
Unionized: Yes
TEER Level: 3
NOC Code: 42202 – Early Childhood Educators and Assistants / Child and Youth Workers (aligned classification)
Employment Type: Casual / Relief
Purpose of the Role:
The Child and Youth Care Worker provides direct supervision and support to children and youth in care who require individualized attention due to behavioural, emotional, or developmental needs.
Working within a one-to-one support model, this role ensures that children receive safe, consistent, and culturally appropriate care aligned with Payukotayno’s philosophy, First Nation values, and applicable provincial legislation. The worker plays a critical role in promoting stability, safety, and positive development outcomes for children and youth across various care settings.
Core Responsibilities
1. Direct Care and Supervision
- Provide one-to-one supervision and support to children and youth in care, ensuring safety and well-being at all times.
- Implement individualized care plans that address physical, emotional, behavioural, and social needs.
- Support children with daily living activities including personal care, hygiene, and routine development as required.
- Administer prescribed medication and First Aid as required and in accordance with policy.
- Provide supervision in various environments including foster homes, agency-operated homes, schools, hotels, or community settings.
- Manage behaviours using approved intervention techniques and agency policies.
2. Child Development and Engagement
- Engage children and youth in structured, meaningful, and age-appropriate activities that support growth and development.
- Promote positive communication, emotional regulation, and life skills development.
- Model appropriate behaviours, boundaries, and respectful interactions.
- Support children in building confidence, independence, and social skills.
3. Collaboration and Advocacy
- Act as a liaison between the child, caregivers, and service team to ensure consistent care and communication.
- Advocate for the needs, safety, and well-being of the child.
- Collaborate with Alternative Care Workers, Child Care Workers, and other service providers to support coordinated service delivery.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to service planning discussions when required.
4. Documentation and Reporting
- Complete detailed case notes and logbook entries at the end of each shift, documenting behaviours, incidents, and observations.
- Report all incidents, serious occurrences, or concerns regarding safety, abuse, or neglect immediately to the appropriate staff.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with agency and legislative requirements.
5. Household and Daily Support
- Assist with meal preparation, menu planning, and light housekeeping duties as required.
- Provide transportation for children and youth to appointments, school, or activities as directed.
- Support the maintenance of a safe, clean, and structured living environment.
6. Cultural and Community Engagement
- Deliver services in a manner that reflects and respects Anishinaabe culture, traditions, and values.
- Support children in maintaining connections to their community, culture, and identity.
- Promote the agency’s philosophy, goals, and commitment to culturally grounded service delivery.
7. Team and Program Participation
- Participate in supervision, team meetings, and training opportunities.
- Provide feedback and recommendations to improve service delivery and program effectiveness.
- Participate in special projects or initiatives as assigned.
- Perform on-call or relief duties as required based on operational needs.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent; a combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Minimum one (1) year experience working with children, youth, or individuals with complex needs.
- Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act (CFSA/CYFSA) and child welfare practices.
- Understanding of Customary Care and First Nation community structures and traditions.
- Strong commitment to supporting Anishinaabe children and families in culturally respectful ways.
- Experience working with high-risk or special needs children is considered an asset.
- Ability to manage challenging behaviours using appropriate intervention techniques.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently and respond effectively in dynamic or high-pressure situations.
- Strong organizational, observation, and documentation skills.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification required (or willingness to obtain).
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening and Driver’s Abstract.
Working Conditions
- Required to work 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as operationally required.
- Required to maintain continuous supervision and remain alert while supporting children and youth.
- Work involves supporting high-risk youth, which may include exposure to emotionally demanding or high-stress situations.
- Travel to remote and semi-remote communities may be required.
- Work environment can be fast-paced and unpredictable, requiring sound judgment, flexibility, and strong attention to safety.
- Required to meet multiple deadlines and manage competing priorities.
Salary: $25/hour
Benefits: Telemedicine and Portion of employee's earnings will be matched by employers towards health benefits.
Conditions of Employment
- Compliance with all Agency policies, Collective Agreement provisions, and confidentiality requirements.
- Ability to report to work on short notice based on service demands.
Our Hiring Commitments
Payukotayno James & Hudson Bay Family Services is committed to Indigenous-led services, Nation-based healing, and culturally safe workplaces. We encourage applications from First Nations individuals, particularly those from Treaty 9 communities and affiliated Nations.
We recognize both formal qualifications and lived/cultural experience as valuable contributions.
We are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those identifying as Two-Spirit, non-binary, LGBTQ+, francophone, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups.
AODA Statement
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Payukotayno will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.
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