Child & Youth Worker

MTW Employment Services; Longlac; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A First Nation educational institution near Longlac, Ontario, is seeking a Child & Youth Worker for the 2025 school year. The successful candidate will support students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, requiring a Child & Youth Worker Diploma and trauma sensitivity training. Knowledge of First Nations culture and community support services is essential. The position includes a benefits package and potential for extension.

Benefits

Benefits and pension package

Qualifications

• Experience in the field is an asset.
• Experience in a school setting is an asset.
• Knowledge of foundational theories and practices relevant to Social Services.

Responsibilities

• Work with individual students and in groups.
• Support students in social development and educational success.

Skills

Child & Youth Worker Diploma

Trauma sensitivity training

Strong written and communication skills

Ability to work under supervision and independently

Knowledge of community support services

Education

College Diploma in a Health Field study and/or Social Work

Job description

is currently looking to fill the following positions

Child & Youth Worker

for the 2025 school year with possibility for extension at

Migizi Wazisin Elementary School

We are a First Nation located on Highway 11 near Longlac, Ontario. Our student population at MWES is approximately 120 from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 and 65 students from Grades 9 to 12. Our history, Cultural Programming, Outdoor Education, Literacy, Numeracy, Social Development and Technology are key focus areas of the curriculum. Circle of Security training and understanding and/or training in Attachment Theory would be considered assets. Our secondary school is inspected by the Ministry of Education annually. We offer a benefits and pension package.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Child & Youth Worker Diploma
• College Diploma in a Health Field study and/or Social Work
• Must have trauma sensitivity training and grief counselling
• Work experience in the field would be an asset
• Work experience in a school setting would be an asset
• Ability to work under supervision and independently
• Must work effectively as part of a team
• Must have strong written and communication skills
• Will work with individual student and in groups
• Knowledge of foundational theories, principles, and practices as they relate to Social Services Social Work, and/or Counselling
• Knowledge of assessment tools and harm-reduction practices;
• Strong knowledge of practice regulations;
• Familiar with privacy, confidentiality, and duty to report;
• Knowledge of community support services,
• Knowledge of First Nations culture, history, community-based services, geographic realities, and social conditions within First Nations communities.

Application must include:

• A resume including detailed work history and education information
• A current criminal reference check
• 3 professional references (one from current supervisor)

Please note, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.