Trauma-Informed Child & Youth Support Specialist

Nisa Helpline; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Nisa Homes Vancouver is seeking a Part-time Child & Youth Worker to provide child-minding services for residents. Under the supervision of the Childcare Lead, you will support mothers aiming for independence and assist in daily activities.

Responsibilities include supervising children, maintaining a structured trauma-informed environment, and documenting daily logs. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is essential to support family goals.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree such as Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Educator or related field
• Minimum of 2–3 years' experience
• Other combinations of education, experience, and training may be considered

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and ensure the safety and well-being of all children and youth.
• Maintain a structured, consistent, and trauma-informed environment.
• Facilitate structured skill-building and recreational activities focusing on emotional regulation, coping strategies, communication, and other child-centered goals.
• Provide child-minding to support mothers working toward their goals.
• Provide one-on-one support and mentorship.
• Complete accurate and timely daily documentation and administrative tasks.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support individualized family goals.
• Maintain professional communication with families and external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Support the implementation of house routines, rules, and programming.
• Participate in community outreach events and workshops when available

Skills

Child Development

Behavior Management

Safety Awareness

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Cultural Sensitivity

Organization

Empathy and Compassion

Education

Child and Youth Worker

Early Childhood Educator

Job description

Nisa Homes Vancouver is seeking a Part-time Child & Youth Worker to provide child-minding services for residents. Under the supervision of the Childcare Lead, you will support mothers aiming for independence and assist in daily activities.

Responsibilities include supervising children, maintaining a structured trauma-informed environment, and documenting daily logs. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is essential to support family goals.