Child and Youth Workers

Sault Community Career Centre; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An Indigenous Child Welfare Agency in Sault Ste. Marie is hiring three full-time In-Home Child and Youth Workers. The role involves providing support and life skills coaching to children and youth, promoting a safe and nurturing environment. Candidates should hold a Social Services Diploma and have experience working with children, youth, and Aboriginal communities. The position offers competitive salaries, benefits, and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Benefits

OMERS pension

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a Social Services Agency or residential setting.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Respect for and understanding of Anishnawbek culture.

Responsibilities

• Share duties of a caregiver for children and youth.
• Implement behavioral programming and life skills coaching.
• Create a safe environment promoting emotional regulation.

Skills

Social Services Diploma

Experience with children and youth

Experience working with Aboriginal communities

Understanding of Anishnawbek culture

Education

Diploma in Human Services

Job description

NOGDAWINDAMIN FAMILY AND COMMUNITY SERVICES WE ARE HIRING!

NOGDAWINDAMIN Family and Community Services, a designated Indigenous Child Welfare Agency under the Child Youth and Family Services Act serving member First Nations situated between Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury is seeking to hire a:

FULL-TIME CONTRACT TO MARCH 31, 2026
THREE (3) – CASUAL IN-HOME CHILD AND YOUTH WORKERS

LOCATION: SAULT STE. MARIE
Starting Hourly Rate: $36.88

Job Summary

The In Home Child and Youth Worker is responsible for sharing the duties of a caregiver for children and youth within a culturally respectful home. The Worker will implement behavioral programming, provide support services and life skills coaching while creating a safe environment. They will provide opportunities to nurture secure attachment, develop the children and youth’s capacity to regulate their emotions, and foster resilience, helping them become healthy individuals. All duties are performed within the Child Youth and Family Services Act, Ministry Act, Ministry Standards, Agency Policies and Procedures and First Nation Community Codes of Conduct.

Qualifications

• Social Services Diploma or a related diploma in Human Services
• One (1) year experience in a Social Services Agency or a residential setting working directly with children and youth
• Experience working with Aboriginal people, organizations and communities
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Other Requirements

• Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
• Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is a definitive asset
• Must provide a Criminal Records Check deemed satisfactory by the employer
• Must have a Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s Licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel
• Must have $1M automobile insurance coverage

Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services has been in operation for over 30 years. We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process.

JOIN A GROWING AND DYNAMIC ORGANIZATION OFFERING REWARDING CAREERS, COMPETITIVE SALARIES, BENEFITS, OMERS PENSION AND A GREAT WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE.

Please submit a job related resume and cover letter along with three work related references by Tuesday, December 2, 2025 – 4:00 pm

Hiring Committee
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services
210B Gran Street, Batchewana First Nation, ON P6A 0C4
Email: [e-mail]

Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Self-Identification is encouraged.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A full job description is located on our website at www.nog.ca