Youth Worker

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An organization serving youth in Northwestern Ontario is seeking casual youth workers for an on-call basis at a youth justice facility. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in child and youth work or significant related experience, alongside skills in communication and group management. The hourly rate ranges from $29.64 to $35.98 depending on experience. Interested applicants should apply by email with their resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be able to work shift work.
• Candidates are responsible to ensure their updated resume and cover letter is received on or before the posted closing date.

Responsibilities

• Fill shifts on an as-needed/call-in basis at a youth justice facility.

Skills

Awareness of the Youth Criminal Justice Act

Above average verbal skills

Ability to confront youth constructively

Above average interpersonal skills

Ability to control and stimulate groups

Possession of a valid Ontario Drivers License

Current First Aid Certificate

Education

Child and Youth Worker Diploma

H.B.S.W.

B.S.W.

B.A. Sociology or Psychology

Onajigawin Indigenous Services Diploma

Social Services Worker Diploma

Developmental Service Worker Diploma

Job description

Overview

Position Status

We are seeking casual youth worker(s) to fill shifts on an as needed / call in basis at our Youth Justice Open Custody and Detention Facility.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Child and Youth Worker Diploma from an accredited College or University
• Candidates with the following qualifications may also be considered where the person has significant related experience:
• H.B.S.W., B.S.W., B.A. Sociology or Psychology, Onajigawin Indigenous Services Diploma, Social Services Worker Diploma, Developmental Service Worker Diploma

Skills

• Applicants must have an awareness of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
• Applicants must have a demonstrated ability in the following:
• Above average verbal skills
• Ability to confront youth in a consistent and constructive manner
• Above average interpersonal skills
• Ability to control and stimulate groups of adolescents
• Possession of a valid Ontario Drivers License and current First Aid Certificate; Provide Police Check
• Applicants must be able to work shift work.

Salary

As per Collective Agreement range from $29.64 to $35.98 per hour

How to Apply

Apply by email only to

Kristie Kuizenga, Executive Coordinator

[e-mail]

Organization Statement

William W. Creighton Youth Services is deeply committed to building an inclusive and representative workforce. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and those with diverse abilities, cultures and lived experiences.

Candidates are responsible to ensure their updated resume and cover letter is received on or before the posted closing date quoting: FILE # MCK-03-2025