Community support worker jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 2, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 814
Employers: 250

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $27.85Across 178 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $58,978Across 19 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 2%17 listings
On-site: 97%793 listings

Not specified: <1% (4 listings)

Employers hiring include Pacific Coast Community Resources (29), Vancouver Coastal Health (25), Excel Society (24).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Community support worker jobs in Canada

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JS-U26-57 Youth Worker
Springboard
Toronto, ON
- Contract
…by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community. Springboard's program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The…
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Shelter Worker
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory
Maple Ridge, BC · Ridge Meadows Ministries - Housing
- Part-time
…necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging…
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Afterhours Social Services Worker
Government of Manitoba
Flin Flon, MB
- Internship
Rural and Northern Child and Family Services, Community Supports and Services Division
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Peer Support Worker
Downtown Eastside Women s Centre
Vancouver, BC
- $30.22 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Temporary
The Peer Support Worker is responsible to support women to secure practical needs and access support services, while managing crisis in the Drop-in and/or Shelter. Promoting principles of…
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Community Mental Health Worker IV - Seniors (Term)
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winkler, MB
The Community Mental Health Worker provides psychosocial assessment, consultation and evidence-informed counselling intervention and psychosocial rehabilitation to individuals referred to…
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SCSW - Social Community Service Worker Instructor
Discovery Community College
Campbell River, BC
- Part-time
Discovery Community College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Community Service Worker (SCSW) to join our dynamic team as an onsite/in-person instructor in our Campbell River…
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Shelter Worker - Casual
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory
Campbell River, BC · Ocean Crest Community Church
- Part-time
…necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging…
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PFT - Peer Support Worker
Canadian Mental Health Association - Windsor Essex County
Windsor, ON
Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Peer Support Worker will provide life supportive counselling and residential support to the Safe Beds clients of CMHA-WECB. The incumbent will…
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Resident & Family Experience Coordinator (Social Services Worker) - Perm Full Time
Sienna Senior Living
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
- Full-time
Resident & Family Experience Coordinator (Social Services Worker)
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JS-U26-57 Youth Worker
Springboard
Toronto, ON
…by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community. Springboard’s program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The…
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Day/Evening Shelter Youth Worker
Covenant House Toronto
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association of Calgary & Area
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
At McMan Calgary & Area, connection is at the centre of everything we do. Each year, we support more than 5,000 children, youth, adults and families facing complex challenges, including…
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developmental service worker
Barrantes Group Living Inc.
Guelph, ON
- Full-time
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Mental Health Worker, Resource Centre (Temporary, Full Time)
MPA Society
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
POSTING NUMBER: 2026-083 POSITION: Mental Health Worker, Temporary Full-Time UNION: HEU - MPA Certification PROGRAM: Resource Centre, Vancouver SALARY RANGE: Grid 34: $33.49 - $35.31…
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Mental Health Worker
Options Community Services
Surrey, BC
- $29.22 to $33.54 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Options Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to delivering social services across the Southern Fraser region (Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley) from early…
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Addictions/Mental Health Worker - Permanent Full-Time
CMHA, Cochrane-Timiskamin
Kirkland Lake, ON
- $33.6 to $38.02 CAD / hour
- Full-time
…Branch is currently recruiting an Addictions/Mental Health Worker for its Recovery Centre in Kirkland Lake. The successful candidate will be responsible for adhering to the Case Management…
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Youth Worker, Evelyn Horne Young Women’s Shelter
Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
Bargaining Unit Status: Included/Youth Worker
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Casual, Youth Worker, Crisis Program
Covenant House Vancouver - Vancouver, BC
Vancouver, BC · Covenant House Vancouver - Drake
- Part-time
Since 1997, Covenant House Vancouver has provided relentless support for youth experiencing, or at-risk of experiencing, homelessness. We provide support to young people age 16 to 24 who…
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Youth Worker, ROP
Covenant House Vancouver - Vancouver, BC
Vancouver, BC · Covenant House Vancouver - Pender
- Full-time
Since 1997, Covenant House Vancouver has provided relentless support for youth experiencing, or at-risk of experiencing, homelessness. We provide support to young people age 16 to 24 who…
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Peer Support Worker - Temp PT (Summerland)
OneSky Community Resources
Summerland, BC
- Part-time
The Peer Support Worker is a member of the Foundry Summerland Team and offers peer–based mentoring and emotional support to youth ages 12-24, and works collaboratively with youth, their…
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Peer Support Worker - Temp FT
OneSky Community Resources
Penticton 1, BC
- Full-time
The Peer Support Worker is a member of the Foundry Penticton Team and offers peer–based mentoring and emotional support to youth ages 12-24, and works collaboratively with youth, their…
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Peer Support Worker - Temp PT
OneSky Community Resources
Penticton 1, BC
- Part-time
The Peer Support Worker is a member of the Foundry Penticton Team and offers peer–based mentoring and emotional support to youth ages 12-24, and works collaboratively with youth, their…
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Youth Worker, Evelyn Horne Young Women’s Shelter
Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
- Part-time
Bargaining Unit Status: Included/Youth Worker
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#2247 - Community Support Worker | Permanent Full Time
Developmental Disabilities Association
Vancouver, BC
- $28.46 to $31.57 CAD / hour
- Full-time
…experiences for adults of all ages and abilities. Our inclusive, community-based programs empower participants to pursue their personal goals by building independence, forming genuine…
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Youth Worker-Part time Overnight (Connections Emergency Housing)
360°kids
Richmond Hill, ON
- Part-time
360°kids is a vitally important community agency serving all of York Region. We have been a leader in the delivery of innovative support services for more than 35 years as we work to…

Springboard

JS-U26-57 Youth Worker

Toronto, ON, Canada

$28.26 per hour

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Job details

Pay: $28.26 per hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 22, 2026

Original job description

ABOUT US

Springboard's mission is to build stronger communities by helping youth and adults develop the skills they need to reach their full potential. As a charitable organization, we deliver innovative, professional and diverse programming by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community. Springboard’s program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The Risk and The Community Learning HUB.

WHO WE ARE

People are at the centre of everything we do. We foster opportunities for skills development, personal growth and social interaction. We also actively promote work/life balance and mental health supports. We foster communication across the agency, from our Town Halls to our quarterly Springboard orientations. We are a learning organization and our people have the opportunity to provide feedback into all areas of the organization.

We have an active Employee Engagement Committee that focuses on connecting staff through communication, a rewards and recognition program, career development initiatives and social/team building opportunities. Springboard offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time, permanent staff and, a savings plan for all permanent positions

THE OPPORTUNITY

Job Class

Union

Department

Justice Services

Location

Toronto, ON

Status

Full-Time, Contract until December 31,2026 with the possibility of extension until February 28,2027

Pay Rate

$28.26 per hour

Vacancy Number

JS-U26-57

Number of vacancies

Available

Immediately

Hours/Shifts

Tuesday/Wednesday 3:30-11:30pm
Thursday/Friday 3-11pm
Saturday 7am-3pm
Sunday/Monday -Off

Schedules are subject to operational needs.

Terry Fox House is a 24/7, live-in program which provides services to young men involved in the youth justice system, who have been charged with an offense and ordered for either open custody or detention placements. The team provide education and employment support, life-skills programming, and transitional planning which best supports individuals when they leave the program.

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Youth Worker is responsible for maintaining a structured, trauma-informed and safe setting for 24/7 coverage for the youth in our care, as aligned with ministry operational guidelines, as well as the daily educational needs of the youth, in partnership with the Toronto District School Board.

The position involves shift work which entails 7-day, 24-hour coverage – flexibility to work on days, afternoon/evenings and wake overnights, weekdays, weekends and beyond regular shifts as needed. Travel to other locations/communities due to programming is required.

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Youth Engagement & Direct Programming

Working closely with the Senior Counsellor and leadership team to support youth, including:
- Ensuring all youth records are current and complete
- Supporting with the tracking of youth needs such as clothing, hygiene items
- Supporting in ensuring all medical/dental/health appointments are arranged and tracked appropriately
Support Senior Counsellor with case management, including:
- Completing Part 1 of the intake process for incoming youth
- Support in the secondary intake process for incoming youth, with Senior Counsellor support
- Scheduling, prepare, plan for, and co-facilitating case management planning meetings with required members
- Support in communication with parents/guardians, ally persons, resource persons, probation officer, etc.
- Supporting with scheduling youth appointments and programming
- Attending court with youth
Support youth with hygiene, life skills, social skills, and individualized planning
Participate in the supervision, training, and developmental growth of new staff members, students and volunteers.
Assist youth and their families/supports in reaching their individual goals
Foster a safe and healthy work environment for the residence, youth, and the staff as per policies, procedures and the legislation. Deal with crisis situations to de-escalate challenging behaviours
Ensuring all youth records are closed and stored according to licensing standards and program policy
Prepare and pre-cook dinner following safe food handling protocols

Administration & Professional Development

Maintain timely and accurate notes and logs using case management and other software, as well as other administrative tasks, as per our program model and policies
Support in the reporting of statistics and other notes as needed, to support in the program evaluation or other special projects, as assigned
Writing Serious Occurrence Reports Level 2s as required; with support from program leadership and Senior Counsellor
Perform security calls, house checks and document as per policy
Auditing of program logs
Actively participate in individual and team meetings, supervisory meetings, planning sessions, case management meetings, and designated trainings
Work effectively with other members of the team
Modeling the agency’s philosophy and mission statement, as well as the program’s Values and Beliefs at all times
Other responsibilities as may be assigned
Participate in strategic planning and other organizational initiatives and committees as required
Regular reporting to funders, internal accounting, and fiscal management of the program budget
Execute other responsibilities as necessary to achieve the objectives and deliverables of the program
Other responsibilities as may be assigned

WHO YOU ARE

Diploma in the Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Social Work. Related education will be considered.
Minimum one year experience working with youth who have experienced trauma in their lives from a trauma-informed framework
Demonstrated experience in crisis prevention and intervention
Direct experience engaging with diverse populations and an ability to apply a culturally responsive lens to all interactions, including program implementation and capacity-building with young people
Valid G driver’s license
A strong understanding of the systemic barriers that young people face and how this may impact youth and their own experiences
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
A demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders effectively, respectfully, and efficiently with minimal supervision
Effective understanding and use of technology, including Microsoft Office applications

In addition, the following are considered assets:

Understanding of relevant legislation and institutional policies (including the Youth Criminal Justice Act, Education Act, Safe Schools Act)
Experience working within a licensed residential setting considered an asset
Knowledge of the social service agencies operating in Toronto and a willingness to broaden knowledge with respect to clients coming from outside of our geographic location
Current Standard First Aid and CPR certificate, CPI, ASIST
Case management experience and experience in a live-in program are preferred
Experience working within a licensed residential setting considered an asset

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for your interest in working with Springboard. Please submit cover letter and resume in one document. Employment requires satisfactory VSS, references and proof of education.

Deadline for internal applications is October 29 , 2026

Deadline for the external applications is November 5,2026.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

AI in our Hiring Process: We use an application tracking system with AI-assisted tools to help us stay organized and review applications efficiently. While technology supports the process, it never replaces human judgment. Every application is personally reviewed by the hiring manager, and all hiring decisions are made by people - not AI.

Springboard values the diverse skills and experiences and is committed to an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

Why Join Springboard?

Be part of a mission-driven, inclusive organization that values people and impact.
Comprehensive benefits package and pension plan.
Access to training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
A dynamic team environment focused on learning, growth, and making a difference.
Active Employee Engagement Committee that focuses on connecting staff through communication, a rewards and recognition program, career development initiatives and of course, social and team building opportunities.

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Responsibilities

The Youth Worker maintains a structured, trauma-informed, and safe environment for youth in a 24/7 residential setting. Responsibilities include case management, direct programming, crisis de-escalation, and administrative documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma in Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, or Social Work, with at least one year of experience working with traumatized youth. A valid G driver's license and demonstrated ability in crisis prevention are required.

Skills

Youth engagement
Case management
Crisis intervention
Trauma-informed care
De-escalation
Life skills coaching
Record keeping
Communication
Collaboration
Microsoft Office
First aid
CPR
Safety planning
Reporting
Conflict resolution

Benefits

Savings plan
Mental health supports
Rewards and recognition program
Career development initiatives
Pension plan

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Youth Justice
Social Services
Trauma-informed
Case Management
Crisis Intervention
Residential Care
Life Skills
Youth Engagement
De-escalation
Serious Occurrence Reports
Microsoft Office
First Aid
CPR
CPI
ASIST
Youth Criminal Justice Act
Education Act
Safe Schools Act
Intake
Shift Work
Documentation
Safety Planning
Mentorship
Community Justice
Developmental Services

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