Part-time Trauma-Informed Child & Youth Support Worker

Nisa Helpline; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Nisa Homes Hamilton is seeking a part-time Child & Youth Worker to provide supervised child-minding services for residents under the supervision of the Childcare Lead. The role focuses on trauma-informed care and structured activities to support families toward independence.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, documenting activities, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Prior relevant degree is preferred; additional languages are a plus. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Child development knowledge and trauma-informed care principles.
• Ability to design structured activities and skill-building.
• Strong communication with families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and ensure safety of children and youth.
• Maintain a structured, trauma-informed environment.
• Facilitate skill-building and recreational activities (emotional regulation, coping strategies, communication).
• Provide child-minding to support mothers in achieving goals.
• Offer one-on-one support and mentorship.
• Complete daily documentation and administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support family goals.
• Maintain professional communication with families and external stakeholders.
• Support house routines, rules, and programming.
• Participate in community outreach events when available.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Curriculum Development

Behavior Management

Safety Awareness

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Cultural Sensitivity

Organization

Empathy and Compassion

Education

Child and Youth Worker / Early Childhood Educator degree

Job description

Nisa Homes Hamilton is seeking a part-time Child & Youth Worker to provide supervised child-minding services for residents under the supervision of the Childcare Lead. The role focuses on trauma-informed care and structured activities to support families toward independence.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, documenting activities, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Prior relevant degree is preferred; additional languages are a plus. Equal opportunity employer.