Itinerant - Integrated Child and Youth Peer Support Worker - Continuing

Delta School District 37, British Columbia; Delta; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta School District invites applications for an Itinerant - Integrated Child and Youth Peer Support Worker (CYCW) in the Inclusive Learning department. This continuing position offers 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a start date of September 8, 2026 and a wage of $28.71 per hour.

Apply by the posted deadline of September 4, 2026. The CYCW supports emotional, social, and behavioural development of students in K–12, collaborating with school staff, families and community agencies to

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation or completion of certificate with youth experience.
• Experience with youth mental health/substance use issues preferred.
• Completion or near completion of peer support training required.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer-based mentoring and emotional support to youth ages 12-19.
• Collaborate with school staff, families and community agencies.
• Support student well-being and safe, inclusive environments.
• Assist with records and documentation as required.
• Participate in integrated care planning with ICY team.

Skills

Empathic listening

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

Grade 12 Graduation Dogwood or Completion Certificate

1–2 years related youth experience

Peer support training completion or near completion

Equity, diversity and inclusive practices

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking to work in a District that is committed to collaboration, mentorship, and creating inspiring educational experiences? The Delta School District aims to be an innovative, inclusive community where all learners belong and everyone soars. We are a District of more than 15,900 students and 3,000 employees. The District’s mission is to inspire and nurture thriving, future-ready learners at each of its 31 schools, located in Ladner, North Delta, and Tsawwassen. We value Compassion, Responsibility, Integrity, Creativity, Diversity, and Resilience. Our schools and District offices are located on the traditional territories of the Tsawwassen and Musqueam First Nations. The District offers its respect to the Knowledge Keepers and all First Peoples who have been on these lands since time immemorial.

Position: Itinerant - Integrated Child and Youth Peer Support Worker - Continuing

Competition: S-26-223

Location/Dept: Inclusive Learning

Hours: 35.00 ( Monday - Friday - 12 Months)

Start Date: September 8, 2026

Term of Employment: Continuing

Salary: $28.71 Per Hour

Posted: August 18, 2026

Application Deadline: 12:00 P.M., Friday, September 4, 2026

Summary

The Child and Youth Care Worker (CYCW) supports the emotional, social, and behavioural development of children and youth in the K–12 education system. Working collaboratively with school staff, families, and community agencies, the CYCW provides direct support to students experiencing personal, social, or behavioral challenges. The goal is to foster safe, inclusive, and supportive school environments that promote student well-being and academic success.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Graduation Dogwood or Completion Certificate, including 1-2 years of related experience working with youth and young adults with mental health and/or substance use issues or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Lived understanding of mental illness and/or substance use, completion of/eligible for completion of a recognized youth peer support-training program Lived experience and/or understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusive practices (i.e. Indigeneity, anti-racism, LGBTQ2+) as it relates to the local population.
• Completion or near completion of the BC Campus Provincial Peer Training Curriculum. Preference may be given to individuals who have also completed a recognized Peer Support Training course.
• Establish rapport and maintain respectful relationships with young people and family members.
• Empathic, compassionate, with good listening skills and creative thinking.
• Observe and recognize changes in youth and communicate those changes to others on the care team.
• Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills.
• Self-awareness and capacity to apply appropriate boundaries and maintain confidentiality.
• Promote positive change and independence.
• Self-starter with a positive attitude, and able to advocate for self and others.
• Knowledge of social, mental health, and substance use services available in the community.
• Knowledge of systemic issues and risk factors facing minority groups including LGBTQ2S+ and Indigenous youth and young adults, including the ongoing impacts of colonialism.
• Problem solving and decision-making skills; ability to gather and process information to support the organization and its team.
• Communication skills; ability to speak, listen, and write clearly, thoroughly, and professionally.
• Organizational and time management skills, accountability, reliability, and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and show initiative, as well as be part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Basic computer skills: experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license.

Duties

• Provide peer-based mentoring and emotional support to youth ages 12-19 with the following:
• Establishing a purposeful relationship based on respect with youth and their families and friends by encouraging informed decision making and helping to create a non-judgmental environment by sharing experiences and insights;
• Providing support that aligns with ICY practice principles: culturally safe, trauma informed, child/youth/family centered, Nation/community centered, and inclusive of youth who identity as part of the LGBTQ2S+ community;
• Supporting youths’ recovery through selective motivational and supportive self-disclosure including the sharing of personal recovery experiences and strategies for attaining and maintaining wellness;
• Encouraging and supporting youth to become active and involved in their own health, promoting youth participation in activities, and encouraging membership in the school community;
• Advocating for youth and accompanying youth to appointments when requested;
• Supporting systems navigation and resource distribution to youth;
• Facilitating or co-facilitating groups for children, youth and families as needed;
• Work in an integrated way within a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with organizational, community, and hospital-based teams.
• Access supervision to support regular consultation, learning and reflections as applied to the role of Youth Peer Support worker.
• Participate on integrated care planning conferences, team meetings, case reviews, and organizational initiatives as required.
• Participate in training opportunities through the ICY team and employer organization, and in evaluation, quality improvement and research activities as required.
• Complete and maintain related records and documentation pertaining to organization and ICY teams.
• Facilitate youth engagement and participation in focus groups, workshops, surveys, and related activities.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Delta School District is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and we actively seek to create a workplace that accommodates the needs of all employees, including those with disabilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Navi Toor at [e-mail], so we can provide the necessary support to ensure equal process.