1576: RESIDENTIAL WORKER

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Canada; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Generous vacation

Christmas time off

EFAP

Health benefits

Community impact

Job summary

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care in Canada seeks a Residential Worker to establish a safe, nurturing family setting in a children’s residential program, under the Alternative Care 4 Manager. The role emphasizes parent-model care aligned with the program philosophy and learning environment.

The position is full-time, with 32.5 hours/ week, and requires a Human Services credential, two years in residential care, and flexible hours including on-call travel.

Qualifications

• Must hold a certificate, diploma, or degree in a Human Services program.
• Two years of experience in a residential care setting with Indigenous youth preferred.
• First Nation, Inuk, or Metis Elder/Knowledge Keeper with relevant cultural knowledge is an asset.
• Criminal Records Check with vulnerable sector screening required.
• Standard First Aid/CPR certificate required.
• Provide proof of TB test, MMR, and tetanus vaccines.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel on-call as required.
• Valid Class G driver’s license with access to a personal vehicle and $1,000,000 liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safe, nurturing family setting in a children’s residential setting.
• Provide parent-model care aligned with the program philosophy and learning environment.

Education

Human Services certificate/diploma/degree

First Aid/CPR

Job description

• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Alternative Care 4 Manager or designate, the Residential Worker is responsible for establishing a safe nurturing family setting environment in a children’s residential setting. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide parent model care for a child that is consistent with the philosophy, approach, goals, and learning environment established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care.

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Occupation Type

Social and community service workers

Total Positions

2

Wage

$32.66 To $41.37 Hourly

Hours/Week

32.5

Days of Work

n/a

Closing Date / Apply By

3/17/2026

Start Date

n/a

Qualifications

• The candidate must hold a certificate, diploma, or degree in a Human Services program.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience with Anishinabek Children and Youth in a residential care setting.
• Preferably Child Welfare experience
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications but have experience and skills that are directly related to the duties of the staff person, the program provided by the Alternative Care 4 Manager and the needs of the youth serviced by the Alternative Care 4 Manager.
• A First Nation, Inuk or Metis Elder, Knowledge Keeper, Healer, Medicine Person, Traditional Person, or Cultural Person who possesses, in that capacity, cultural knowledge and skills that are directly relevant to the program.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Search with a vulnerable sector screening
• Must possess a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate.
• Provide proof of a Negative TB Skin test, MMR vaccinations, and current tetanus vaccine.
• Be able to complete the Pre-Service Education Requirement.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel regularly work on an on-call basis as determined by the Alternative Care 4 Manager in relation to service requirements.
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s License and have access to a reliable personal vehicle and have $1,000,000 liability vehicle insurance.

As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6