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Youth Care and Connection Worker
Wyndham House —Guelph, ON
- $22–$24 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- First Aid Certification
- Case management
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Personal Support Worker - Part Time
peopleCare Communities —Cambridge, ON
- $27.01–$29.14 an hour
- Part-time
- Vital signs
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
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Shelter & Supportive Housing Worker - Afternoon & Night Shifts
The Working Centre —Kitchener, ON
- $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Cleaning
- In-person
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Bilingual Intake and Support Worker (Contract)
Tim Hortons Foundation Camps —Cambridge, ON
- $50,000–$58,000 a year
- Rotating shift
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- English
Women's Emergency Shelter Worker (relief)
YWCA Cambridge —Cambridge, ON
- $24.72 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Serving
- No university degree
- Cleaning
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Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Part Time
peopleCare Communities —Kitchener, ON
- $28.33 an hour
- Part-time
- Vital signs
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
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Psychotherapist / Social Worker (Child, Youth & Teens)
Life Sync Mental Health & Wellness —Waterloo, ON
- $90–$135 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Master's degree
- Experience working with children
- Work from home
- Flexible schedule
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Spanish Speaking Personal Support Worker (PSW) * Guelph *
Invisible-Care —Guelph, ON
- $24–$28 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Customer service
- English
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Personal Support Worker/ CAREGiver -ELMIRA , ON
Home Instead —Elmira, ON
- $18.00–$19.50 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
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PART-TIME Direct Support Worker (Job ID: 261231)
KW Habilitation —Kitchener-Waterloo, ON
- $22.05–$24.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Computer skills
- Employee assistance program
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
CarePartners —Guelph, ON
- $20.96–$23.20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Patient care
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
Personal Support Worker (PSW) Cornwall (Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities)
Carefor Health & Community Services —Ontario
- $19.67–$24.59 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
Developmental Support Worker - FULL TIME
Family Options —Elmira, ON
- $27.03 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
- Medication administration
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Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Embrun(Part-Time)
Carefor Health & Community Services —Ontario
- $20.72–$27.20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
Personal Support Worker (Full-Time) (Orillia)
Arcavia (Orillia) LTC LP —Ontario
- $27.51–$29.13 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- English
- Patient care
- Dental care
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Developmental Support Worker - PART TIME
Family Options —Elmira, ON
- $27.03 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
- Medication administration
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Personal Support Worker (PSW) - St Albert(Part-Time)
Carefor Health & Community Services —Ontario
- $20.72–$27.20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
Personal Support Worker (PSW) Eastern Counties Community (Non union)
Carefor Health & Community Services —Ontario
- $20.72–$27.20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
Lead CAREGiver/ Lead Personal Support Worker
Home Instead —Guelph, ON
- $19.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
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Personal Support Worker (PSW)- Hawkesbury (Full Time Permanent)
Carefor Health & Community Services —Ontario
- $20.72–$23.74 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule

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Youth Care and Connection Worker

Wyndham House -
Guelph, ON

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Job details

Full-time
$22–$24 an hour

Qualifications

Crisis intervention
Nutrition
Serving
Trauma-informed care
Case file maintenance
Work with children and youth (Client populations)
Incident Reporting
Safety plans
De-escalation techniques
First Aid Certification
Case management
Meal preparation
Laundry
Residential cleaning
Food preparation
Working with children and youth
Individuals with challenging behaviour care
Meal planning
Community resource coordination
Inventory tracking

Full job description

ABOUT THE SUFFOLK CARE COLLABORATIVE:

The Suffolk Care Collaborative (SCC) is an innovative partnership between Wyndham House and Family & Children's Services of Guelph and Wellington County, developed in response to the growing need for high-quality residential care options that keep young people connected to their home communities, natural supports, and local services.

Guided by youth voice and informed by research and community feedback, SCC was created to provide a therapeutic, relationship-based residential environment for youth ages 13–17. The program combines a purpose-built residential setting, individualized care planning, life skills development, family and natural support engagement, and access to integrated health, mental health, and community services.

Through SCC, Wyndham House is expanding its commitment to supporting youth earlier in their journey by providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally responsive environment where young people can build stability, strengthen relationships, develop essential life skills, and work toward positive long-term outcomes.

OBJECTIVE:

This position works under the direction of the SCC Program Manager. The purpose is to provide program, administration, and operational support to the Suffolk Care Collaborative Program while ensuring safe, youth-centred, trauma-informed residential services. The Youth Care and Connection Worker supports youth through direct service, life skills development, crisis intervention, case planning support, and the implementation of individualized service plans in accordance with the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA), the Ontario Quality Standards Framework, and Wyndham House policies and procedures.

JOB SUMMARY:

Providing a welcoming, friendly environment for clients
Help ensure the safety and security of all clients
Implement programming and support with administration of the site
Assist clients with skills development using a strength-based approach
Participate in case management tasks as identified by the care team
Support the implementation of Plans of Care, safety plans, and behavioural support strategies as identified
Provide crisis and behavioural interventions as required
Act as a resource to staff, students, and volunteers regarding program procedures and service delivery practices
Support quality assurance, documentation standards, and operational consistency within the residence
Daily cleaning duties
Life skill support and development

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DIRECT CLIENT CARE (Approximately 50%)

Provide a welcoming, respectful, and youth-centred environment for clients, that reflects the agency values, policies and procedures
Build positive relationships with youth using a strength-based, trauma-informed, and youth-centred approach.
Support youth in developing activities of daily living skills including personal hygiene, laundry, housekeeping, meal preparation, budgeting, conflict resolution, transportation, and community integration.
Participate in the ongoing assessment of clients’ needs, strengths, goals, and service requirements.
Assist youth in achieving goals identified within their Plans of Care.
Support the implementation of Plans of Care, safety plans, wellness plans, behaviour support plans, and transition plans.
Participate in case management activities in collaboration with Case Managers, community service providers, and internal staff
Participate in case conferences, Circle of Care meetings, and service planning meetings as assigned.
Provide crisis intervention, behavioural support, de-escalation, and emotional support during periods of crisis.
Respond to physical confrontations, behavioural escalations, mental health crises, substance use concerns, medical emergencies, and psychiatric emergencies.
Facilitate and document client access to medication in accordance with agency policies.
Support admissions, transitions, and discharge planning activities.
Implement and facilitate life skills, recreational, cultural, educational, and community-based programming.
Respond to client requests regarding housing, health, education, employment, and community resources.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES (Approximately 25%)

Complete intake processes and all related documentation for new clients entering the Suffolk Care Collaborative
Accurately complete and maintain client records, case notes, medication records, communication logs, incident reports, and other required documentation
Attend supervision meetings and staff meetings.
Review shift logs, communication records, and client documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Assist with documentation related to Serious Occurrence Reports, audits, licensing reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
Coordinate, support, and document weekly client allowance records.
Complete and document fire drills in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Complete and document site security checks, inventory tracking, and operational monitoring activities
Participate in organizational planning, evaluation, and implementation activities as requested
Support compliance with the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA), Ontario Quality Standards Framework, Caseworks and organizational policies
Monitor and communicate operational concerns, service gaps, and program recommendations to the SCC Program Manager.

HOUSEHOLD AND RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS (Approximately 25%)

Maintain the safety and security of the residence and supervise residential spaces occupied by youth
Maintain and clean the residence in accordance with established cleaning schedules, health and safety standards, and infection prevention protocols
Support youth in maintaining clean and organized personal and shared living spaces
Participate in the residence's food and nutrition program through meal planning, grocery shopping, food preparation, and cooking.
Prepare and serve a minimum of three nutritious meals per day and snacks in accordance with program requirements and dietary needs
Support youth participation in meal preparation and kitchen responsibilities as part of life skills development
Monitor and maintain food inventory, household supplies, cleaning products, and client resources
Assist with laundry, housekeeping tasks, seasonal cleaning, and general household maintenance responsibilities.
Ensure the residence remains safe, clean, welcoming, and compliant with residential care standards.
Report maintenance, safety, and facility concerns to the property manager or designate.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

BSW, SSW, CYW, or similar educational experience
Applicants currently enrolled in school must be no more than two months from graduation and must submit proof of completion
2-3 years of residential care facility experience
1-2 year working with youth and/or marginalized populations an asset
Passion and commitment to an inclusive workplace; respecting and valuing the diversity of every individual
CPR / First Aid level Co
Criminal Reference Check, including vulnerable persons
2X COVID-19 Vaccine

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRE EITHER:

Relevant education and experience: Individuals require a certificate, diploma, or degree with academic and practical content directly related to the position’s duties, the program offered at the SCC, and the needs of the youth served. These individuals must also have relevant experience and skills.

Cultural expertise: Individuals can also be a recognized First Nations, Inuk, or Métis Elder, Knowledge Keeper, Healer, Medicine Person, Traditional Person, or Cultural Person with cultural knowledge and skills directly related to the position’s duties, the program offered at the SCC, and the needs of the youth served.
Any recognized individuals must go through the OHT confirmation process: https://guelphwellingtonoht.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GW-OHT-Indigenous-Identity-Confirmation-Process-OHT-10282025.pdf

Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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