Child and Youth / Social Service Worker

Mimak Care Corporation; London; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care agency in London, Ontario is seeking full-time and part-time Child and Youth Workers to provide support services for children and youth. You will facilitate life-skills workshops, assess client needs, and provide crisis intervention. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant diplomas in social services. This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to create supportive environments for youth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to maintain healthy boundaries with clients.
• Relevant experience in Social Services considered.
• Proof of double COVID-19 vaccination required.

Responsibilities

• Gather client information and prepare reports.
• Facilitate life-skills workshops.
• Assess client strengths and needs.
• Provide crisis intervention support.
• Support substance-use treatment.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Crisis Intervention

Conflict Resolution

Education

High school diploma

Child and Youth Care Worker Diploma

Social Service Worker Diploma

Community Justice Worker Diploma

Police Foundations Diploma

Job description

About the job Child and Youth / Social Service Worker

MimakCare Agency provides high-quality care and support services to children and youth across London, Ontario. We serve children and youth with diverse needs and are committed to creating safe, supportive, and empowering environments.

We are looking for dedicated team members who are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and youth. If you are committed to helping young people build life skills, strengthen their sense of belonging, and explore their values and interests, we would love to hear from you.

We are currently hiring full-time and part-time Child and Youth Workers to work a combination of days, evenings, and every second weekend across our London residential programs.

MimakCare Agency is seeking individuals who demonstrate strong leadership, professionalism, and the ability to maintain healthy boundaries with clients. This role includes ensuring the safety and wellbeing of youth and supporting them in the areas of life skills, social skills, therapeutic programming, and community-based services including medical, personal, recreational, and educational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather client information and prepare reports or case histories
• Facilitate and implement life-skills workshops
• Assess client strengths and developmental needs
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver support services within the community
• Provide suicide prevention and crisis intervention support
• Manage and resolve conflict situations
• Support substance-use treatment and behaviour-management plans
• Liaise with social service agencies, schools, and healthcare providers
• Perform housekeeping and meal preparation as needed

Education Requirements:

• A high school diploma plus one of the following (or equivalent experience):
• Child and Youth Care Worker (CCW/CYW/CYC) Diploma
• Social Service Worker (SSW) Diploma
• Community Justice Worker (CJW)
• Police Foundations (PF)
• Relevant experience in Social Services will also be considered.

Additional Requirements:

• Proof of double COVID-19 vaccination
• Criminal Record Check
• Child Welfare Check
• Valid drivers license
• Medical exam
• ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) considered an asset