1651: Child & Youth Worker

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care in Thunder Bay, ON is seeking a full-time Child & Youth Care Worker to support children, youth, and families with trauma-informed, culturally safe care. Under the supervision of the Program Manager, you will provide assessment, treatment, and case management, coordinating services from home, school, and community to ensure holistic well-being of clients within an Indigenous framework.

36 hours per week, not remote.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Child & Youth Care (CYC) or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience counselling and therapeutic support is an asset.
• Experience with Indigenous children, youth, and families preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally safe approaches.
• Strong counselling, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends.
• Travel within the service area for community-based support.
• Valid Class G Driver’s License and vehicle access.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapeutic support to children and youth using trauma-informed approaches.
• Deliver direct, relationship-based support in home, school, and community settings.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized behaviour support and skill-building programs.
• Coordinate case management and contribute to integrated service planning.
• Engage and support families through counselling, education, advocacy, and system navigation.
• Complete assessments, care plans, clinical documentation, and discharge summaries professionally.
• Collaborate with schools, community agencies, and Ministry-aligned services for coordinated care.
• Apply culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strength-based practices in all service delivery.

Skills

Counselling

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Travel

Education

Diploma in Child & Youth Care (CYC)

Job description

Hourly Salary: $27.14 - $34.38

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance


• 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


• A chance to make a difference in the community

Positions Available: 1 Full-Time Position

Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON (this position is not remote)

Closing Date: November 10, 2026

Competition #: 1651

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Child & Youth Care Worker will ensure that the developmental, treatment, and psycho-social needs of children, youth, and families are met through active involvement in assessment and therapeutic interventions. The primary responsibility of this role is to provide a combination of individual service delivery, case management, and group programming support to children, youth, and families, in alignment with the philosophy, values, and goals of Dilico Anishinabek Family Care. This work supports the overall social, emotional, and physical well-being of clients within a culturally responsive and supportive environment. The Child & Youth Care Worker is responsible for coordinating the delivery of integrated services from initial assessment through to discharge, ensuring comprehensive and consistent care for all assigned clients receiving services from the agency.

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Occupation Type: Accounting/Bookkeeping/Finance Clerk

Total Positions: 1

Wage: $27.14 - $34.38

Hours/Week: 0

Days of Work: n/a

Closing Date / Apply By: 11/10/2026

Start Date: n/a

Duties

• Provide individual therapeutic support to children and youth using developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed approaches


• Deliver direct, relationship-based support in home, school, and community settings


• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized behaviour support and skill-building programs


• Coordinate case management and contribute to integrated service planning


• Engage and support families through counselling, education, advocacy, and system navigation


• Complete assessments, care plans, clinical documentation, and discharge summaries in a timely and professional manner


• Collaborate with schools, community agencies, and Ministry-aligned services to ensure coordinated care


• Apply culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strength-based practices in all aspects of service delivery

Qualifications

• Diploma in Child & Youth Care (CYC) or a related field, or a combination of equivalent education and experience


• Experience providing counselling and therapeutic support to children and youth is an asset


• Experience working with Indigenous children, youth, and families is preferred


• Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally safe, and strength-based approaches


• Strong counselling, interpersonal, and communication skills


• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends, as required


• Travel within the service area to provide community-based support and attend meetings as required


• Valid Class G Driver’s License and reliable access to a vehicle


• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening


• Current First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain

Hours of Work: 36 weekly

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