2526-12- 1.0 FTE ITR Child and Youth Worker

Northwest Catholic District School Board; Canada; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Canada is looking for an Interim Replacement Child and Youth Worker at St. Mary School. This role entails supporting students needing emotional assistance and collaborating with educational staff to create effective programming. Applicants should have a Child and Youth Care Worker Diploma and relevant experience. The position offers a full-time contract from September 2, 2025, to December 19, 2025.

Qualifications

• Strong judgment and resourcefulness required.
• First Aid Certificate is an asset.
• Experience supporting students with autism would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a one-to-one basis requiring emotional assistance.
• Implement proactive strategies to de-escalate negative behavior.
• Assist with daily behavior management program.

Skills

Child and Youth Care Worker Diploma or equivalent

Minimum of one year of similar work experience

BMS and Applied Behaviour Analysis Training

Sound decision making skills

Ability to communicate clearly

Education

3-year Child and Youth Care Worker Diploma

Job description

Overview

The Northwest Catholic District School Board invites applications for a full-time (35 hours/week) Interim Replacement Child and Youth Worker at St. Mary School. This position commences September 2, 2025 and terminates on December 19, 2025.

Areas of Responsibility

• Support students on a one-to-one basis who require extensive social, emotional and behavioural assistance;
• Provide supervision of student(s);
• Implement proactive strategies to de-escalate negative behavior;
• Work with the special education teacher, classroom teacher and school administrator to assist in the development of programming to meet the student\'s needs;
• Assist school staff in developing and implementing crisis management plans;
• Maintain records as required pursuant to policies and procedures;
• Communicate to appropriate individuals on student\'s needs and progress, including behavior tracking, and communications with parents;
• Assist with daily behavior management program;
• Act as a member of a Collaborative Team (CT) and attend CT meetings and Case Conferences as required;
• Assist staff with strategies regarding behavior management;
• When required, designated CYCW-Intensive Support-train other Board members in BMS.

Qualifications

• Child and Youth Care Worker Diploma or equivalent (3 year);
• A member of the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care;
• Minimum of one (1) year of similar work experience;
• BMS (Behavioural Management System) and Applied Behaviour Analysis Training;
• Sound decision making skills, initiative, sound judgment and resourcefulness;
• Able to plan work to achieve departmental goals and desired outcomes;
• Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate in both verbal and written form;
• First Aid Certificate (an asset);
• Experience supporting students with autism would be an asset;
• Have a reliable vehicle and a valid Ontario driver\'s license as travel throughout the region may be required.

Application Procedure

Candidates must complete the Board\'s employment application for Non Teaching positions and submit it along with their resume, cover letter and three (3) professional references with permission to contact. Interested applicants are encouraged to peruse our web site for further information on our Board and schools. This job will remain open until filled.

Interested applicants must submit the above via email only to [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Although we thank all applicants, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available during the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department at [phone] ext. 1236.

Kathy Bryck Jackie Robinson
Board Chair, Director of Education