Youth Counselor I: Safe Haven Support & Mentorship

Starling-Community-Services; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension

EAP program

Vacation 3 weeks

Personal time

Sick time

Holidays + float

Job summary

Starling Community Services, a not-for-profit health and social service organization serving Waterloo Region, is seeking two full-time Child and Youth Counsellor I, Safe Haven positions on-site. Starting October 4, 2026 and ending August 28, 2027, these roles run 37.5 hours per week and pay hourly wages in the Job Band E range: Min $24.10, Mid $25.90, Max $28.95.

The role involves supervising and counselling clients, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and implementing Housing First and

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in child and youth work or related discipline plus at least one year’s successful experience as a Child and Youth Worker or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, monitors, supports and counsels clients throughout their participation in the program.
• Works in partnership with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate safe and goal-focused programs for clients.
• Supports the implementation of evidence-informed practices including the Housing First Model and Connect.
• Works in alignment with the Agency’s commitment to equity to further create a sense of belonging at the Agency.

Skills

Counselling

Youth work

Communication

Education

Child and youth work degree

Job description

Starling Community Services, a not-for-profit health and social service organization serving Waterloo Region, is seeking two full-time Child and Youth Counsellor I, Safe Haven positions on-site. Starting October 4, 2026 and ending August 28, 2027, these roles run 37.5 hours per week and pay hourly wages in the Job Band E range: Min $24.10, Mid $25.90, Max $28.95.

The role involves supervising and counselling clients, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and implementing Housing First and