About Sacred Circles Youth Services
Sacred Circles Youth Services is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing home for children with complex developmental and behavioural needs. Our goal is to create a stable, relationship-focused environment where every child feels valued, understood, and supported.
We believe that meaningful relationships are at the heart of exceptional care. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children.
About the Role
We are currently seeking experienced and compassionate Support Workers to join our team in a children's group home with children under the age of 10.
The children in our care have complex support needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and Global Developmental Delay. Many of the children experience emotional and behavioural dysregulation and require patient, consistent, and relationship-focused support.
This is a hands-on role that requires staff to actively engage with the children throughout their shift. Successful candidates enjoy playing, building relationships, teaching life skills, and supporting children through both everyday routines and challenging moments.
Responsibilities
- Build positive, trusting relationships with the children.
- Support children with daily routines, personal care, meals, and community outings.
- Engage children in play, recreation, and age-appropriate activities.
- Use trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches to support children.
- Recognize early signs of dysregulation and implement appropriate de-escalation strategies.
- Maintain calm, consistent, and professional behaviour during behavioural escalations.
- Set clear, respectful, and consistent boundaries with the children.
- Support children in developing emotional regulation and coping skills.
- Work collaboratively with other staff to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
- Complete daily documentation, communication logs, and incident reports.
- Follow behaviour support plans, safety plans, and organizational policies.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- Has previous experience supporting children with complex behavioural or developmental needs.
- Has experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Global Developmental Delay, or other developmental disabilities.
- Remains calm and patient during challenging behaviours and crises.
- Understands how to establish healthy boundaries while maintaining compassionate relationships.
- Is confident using de-escalation strategies and proactive behaviour supports.
- Takes initiative and actively engages with the children throughout the shift.
- Enjoys playing, interacting, and building meaningful connections with young children.
- Works well independently and as part of a team.
- Is reliable, professional, and eager to learn.
Preferred Qualifications
- Child and Youth Care, Disability and Community Support, Educational Assistant, or a related field (completed or in progress).
- Experience working in residential care, group homes, foster care, schools, behavioural programs, or community support settings.
- Valid First Aid & CPR Certification.
- NVCI training
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
- Child Abuse Registry Check.
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have a current Criminal Record and Child Abuse Check that was completed within the last 6 months?
- Do you have a class 5F drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle? This is not mandatory, however, it is considered an asset
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
