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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

Original job description

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, time-limited support to children and youth to prevent risk escalation while fostering life and social skills. They are responsible for designing respite plans, ensuring client safety, and maintaining accurate documentation in the client record system.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a CYW, DSW, or related diploma and at least one year of directly related experience. Knowledge of ABA principles, ASD, and anti-oppressive practices is required, along with the ability to work weekday evenings and Saturdays.

Skills

Respite care
Mental health support
Crisis intervention
Behaviour management
Client documentation
Life skills training
Social skills development
ABA principles
Autism spectrum disorder support
Dual diagnosis support
Inclusion and diversity awareness
Anti-oppressive practice
Safety supervision
Case planning

Benefits

Employee perks
Discounts
Professional development

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Respite Worker
CYW
DSW
ABA
ASD
Dual diagnosis
Mental health
Social services
Urgent response service
Client record
Incident reporting
Inclusion
Diversity
Equity
Accessibility
Anti-black racism
Social determinants of health
Behaviour management
Community support
Child and youth mental health

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