Part-Time Child & Youth Worker - Trauma-Informed Care

Nisa Foundation; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Nisa Homes Vancouver is seeking a Part-time Childcare Worker to provide child-minding services for residents. Under supervision, you will support families on their journey to independence, ensuring safety and trauma-informed care.

You will run structured activities, support mothers in meeting goals, document daily activities, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to reinforce routines and parenting strategies in a respectful, culturally sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree with 2–3 years' experience, homelessness and vulnerable women experience preferred.
• Able to adhere to highest ethical care and confidentiality policies.
• Additional languages are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and ensure safety and well-being of all children and youth.
• Maintain a structured, trauma-informed environment.
• Facilitate structured skill-building and recreational activities (emotional regulation, coping strategies, communication).
• Provide child-minding to support mothers as they work towards their goals.
• Provide one-on-one support and mentorship.
• Complete accurate daily documentation, logs, and incident reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support family goals and routines.
• Maintain professional communication with families and external stakeholders.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Curriculum Development

Behavior Management

Safety Awareness

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Cultural Sensitivity

Organization

Empathy and Compassion

Education

Relevant degree such as Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Educator or related field

Job description

Nisa Homes Vancouver is seeking a Part-time Childcare Worker to provide child-minding services for residents. Under supervision, you will support families on their journey to independence, ensuring safety and trauma-informed care.

You will run structured activities, support mothers in meeting goals, document daily activities, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to reinforce routines and parenting strategies in a respectful, culturally sensitive environment.