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Child and Family Support Worker- Toronto
VHA Home HealthCare
Mississauga, ON
- Part-time
VHA's Child and Family Support Worker (CFSW) is responsible for providing child care and home support to families caring with children from birth to 4 years, and recovering from a medical…
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Supervisor, Early Intervention Hoarding Services – Temporary Full-Time
VHA Home HealthCare
Toronto, ON · Soudan Office
- Full-time
A BSW Degree or Social Service Worker Certificate, Psychology, Addictions and Mental Health or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Personal Support Worker -Weekend Part- Time (Kew Beach Unit)
VHA Home HealthCare
Toronto, ON · Kew Beach
- Part-time
…it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and…
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Supervisor, Child and Family Program Services (BSW/MSW) - Permanent Full-Time
VHA Home HealthCare
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Strong knowledge of community resources, social service systems, and best practices in family and mental health support
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Personal Support Worker 'HCT' eHomecare, Pediatric Palliative, Days Evenings Weekends - Part-time 0.8
VON Canada
London, ON
- $22.19 to $23.29 CAD / hour
- Part-time
- On-site
…Canada is a not-for-profit organization providing home and community care services for over 125 years. Focusing on person-centred care, we provide people with the support they need and want…
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Family Medicine Physician
NL Health Services
Bonavista, NL
- $90,826 to $435,240 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
Family Medicine PhysicianLocum OpportunitiesZone: Eastern ZoneLocation: BONPHC - Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre Family Medicine Physician (Locum)Temporary Full-timeEXTERNALDRHours: As…
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Residential Care Worker - Women's Treatment & Community Services
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
Site: WRHA Community Health Services - 1041 Portage Ave
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Residential Care Worker - Men's Treatment & Community Services
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
Site: WRHA Community Health Services - 146 Magnus Ave
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Community Health Worker - Community-Emergency Department Violence Intervention Program
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
Site: WRHA Community Health Services - Access Downtown
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Community Mental Health Worker
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
The Community Mental Health Worker is responsible for assessment, planning, intervention and coordination of mental health services and supports provided to individuals with mental health…
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Social Worker -BSW
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
Reporting to the Manager of Social Work, the Social Worker provides clinical Social Work services to residents, patients and their families; participates in an interdisciplinary team;…
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Residential Care Worker
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
Site: WRHA Community Health Services - 146 Magnus Avenue
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Scheduling Clerk - Home Care
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
Site: WRHA Community Health Services - Point Douglas Home Care
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Residential Care Worker
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
…more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic,…
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Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Support Worker FT
EHN Canada
Carters Point, NB
- $21 to $23 CAD / hour
- Full-time
The Mental Health & Addictions Support Worker helps coordinate and deliver safe, person-centred, trauma-informed care to clients and provides support and education throughout their…
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Resource Coordinator
Department of Families
Flin Flon, MB · The Pas, MB
Regional Social Services Northern Region, Community Service Delivery
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CQI Manager, Mental Health & Addictions
Health Sciences North
ON · Sudbury, ON
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Manager, Laboratory (Clinical Pathology)
Health Sciences North
Sudbury, ON
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
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Admitting Clerk
Health Sciences North
Sudbury, ON
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
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Manager, Corporate Reporting
Health Sciences North
ON · Sudbury, ON
…encourage and influence organizational compliance to the Ontario Health Care Reporting Standards (OHRS) and provide consultation and educational services to all levels of management to…
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CQI Manager, Mental Health & Addictions
Health Sciences North
ON · Sudbury, ON
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Manager, Laboratory (Clinical Pathology)
Health Sciences North
Sudbury, ON
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
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Clerk Typist (BSAS)
Health Sciences North
ON · Sudbury, ON
3. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
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Manager, Corporate Reporting
Health Sciences North
ON · Sudbury, ON
…encourage and influence organizational compliance to the Ontario Health Care Reporting Standards (OHRS) and provide consultation and educational services to all levels of management to…
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geriatric social worker
Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
Thunder Bay, ON
- From $57,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
Develop prevention and intervention programs to meet community needs

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Strides Toronto

Respite Worker

Scarborough Bluffs Park, ON, Canada

$25.64 to $29.86 CAD / hour · Contract

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Pay: $25.64 to $29.86 CAD / hour
Job type: Contract
Experience: 1 year of directly related experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 5, 2026

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Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.

Position Type – Part-time contract until March 31, 2027

Hours of Work per week – Up to 24

Salary range: $25.64 to $29.86 per hour

Benefits: We offer generous group employee benefits which includes:

Access to employee perks and discounts

Union Position - This position is represented by OPSEU local 567.

ABOUT US

Strides Toronto Support Services (“Strides Toronto”) Strides Toronto is a multi-service agency supporting infants, children, youth and young adults from birth to age 29, and their families, primarily across east Toronto. We offer community-based, residential and treatment programs - including mental health counselling, autism services, early intervention, day treatment, education, outreach and community support - using a client-centered, evidence-informed approach. Since 2015, Strides Toronto has served as Toronto’s Lead Agency for Infant, Child and Youth Mental Health, partnering with 21 core service providers to provide system leadership, citywide planning, coordinated service delivery and program alignment. Strides Toronto also leads initiatives with broader reach, including Help Ahead and the HOPE Strategy across Toronto and One Stop Talk/Parlons Maintenant and the Provincial Youth Outreach Worker Program across Ontario.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an existing vacancy for two (2) part-time contract Respite Worker positions. The Respite Worker works in partnership with the family and Urgent Response Service (URS) team to provide time-limited (up to 12 weeks) respite and supports intended to respond rapidly to a specific need for children and youth up to 18 years of age and registered in the OAP to prevent further escalation of risk of harm to self, others and/ or property.

The Respite Worker will provide planned respite, the respite can be in the home, community, or in a designated program, or at an organization’s site.

This role requires availability on weekday evenings and Saturdays.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Provide direct supervision while ensuring the safety of the child/youth in the planned respite program and make sure they are engaged in the skill development and treatment components of the program.
Provide support to clients with their mental health and wellbeing in each of the programs and support them in their development of life and social skills.
Maintain professional standards of practice in accordance with Strides Toronto policies and procedures, CCA (Canadian Centre for Accreditation) standards, and relevant legislation.
Complete the respite plan with client/families, and design/develop programs geared to the goals and needs of the individual in collaboration with the URS partners assigned to each client.
Use of behaviour management techniques and principles to address behaviours when they arise in the community and within the program.
Ensure that all relevant documentation is completed in the CR (Client Record) in a timely manner as required and shared and updated with the relevant teams and individuals.
Enter significant events, incident reports, serious occurrences, updated contact information in the CR system if significant incidents occur.

THE “MUST HAVES”

The following education, professional memberships and knowledge are a requirement for this role:

CYW, DSW or related diploma.
1 year of directly related experience
Knowledge and understanding of the principles of ABA; ASD, and dual diagnosis.
Awareness of the role of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) in the workplace and within the community being served by the position.
An understanding of anti-black racism, anti-oppressive/anti-racism perspective in the context of the social determinants of health.
Ability to recognize and identify situations where incidents of imbalance of power and privilege may occur and can result in possible negative impacts.

THE ‘NICE TO HAVES’

While not required, preference will be given to candidates with the following:

Access to a vehicle and valid driver’s license.
Functional computer and client information system knowledge.
Fluency in another language(s), including sign language.

BEFORE STARTING WITH US

As our work puts us in direct contact with youth and vulnerable persons in our community, with health and safety as a priority, the successful candidate must complete or obtain the following before commencement of their employment:

A Vulnerable Sector police check
A positive police check does not automatically disqualify an applicant for a position with Strides Toronto. The Police Check will be reviewed and evaluated for the purpose of making a decision on suitability for employment in relation to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position being filled.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

We provide opportunities for growth and professional development.
We are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive environment where our diverse team members and clients can thrive.
We have a collaborative and supportive Senior Management Team.
We set high standards for performance, client outcomes, and implement best practices, which are demonstrated through our accreditation with the Canadian Centre for Accreditation.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your demonstrated education, certification (if applicable), working and related volunteer experience and how you meet specific requirements for this position, and any additional considerations you deem appropriate. The application deadline is October 19, 2026.

Strides Toronto is an equal opportunity employer. We benefit from diversity of lived experiences in the workplace and encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Strides Toronto is a participant in the Government of Canada’s 50-30 Challenge, a program which challenges organizations to improve access for women and/or non-binary people and other equity-deserving groups, including those identifying as: racialized, Black, and/or people of colour, people with disabilities (including invisible and episodic disabilities), 2SLGBTQ+ and/or gender and sexually diverse individuals, and Aboriginal and/or Indigenous Peoples to increase the representation and inclusion of diverse groups within their workplace.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Strides Toronto’s own policies, requests for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process.

We thank all applicants however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The Respite Worker provides direct supervision and support to children and youth to ensure their safety and engagement in treatment programs. They also collaborate with families and the Urgent Response Service team to design and implement individualized respite plans.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a CYW, DSW, or related diploma and possess at least one year of directly related experience. Knowledge of ABA principles, ASD, and anti-oppressive practices is required for this role.

Skills

Direct supervision
Mental health support
Life skills development
Social skills development
Behaviour management
Documentation
Client record management
Crisis intervention
ABA principles
ASD support
Dual diagnosis support
Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility
Anti-oppressive practice
Safety planning

Benefits

Group employee benefits
Employee perks and discounts

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Respite Worker
CYW
DSW
ABA
ASD
Dual diagnosis
Mental health
Social determinants of health
IDEA
Anti-black racism
Client record
Incident reporting
Urgent Response Service
Child welfare
Community support
Behaviour management
Accreditation
Safety

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