Posted: Wednesday May 13, 2026 Posting ID: Foster the Future
Skilled Foster Caregiver(s) – Agency-Provided Home (4 Children/Youth)
Foster the Future. We are seeking skilled foster caregiver(s) (single or coupled) to reside in an agency-owned home and provide care for up to four (4) youth with complex needs—helping them remain in their local community while working toward family reunification.
- Provide day-to-day care, supervision, and a nurturing home for up to four (4) youth.
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Support youth to stay connected to school, community, and routines.
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Collaborate with the care team to promote safety, stability, and well-being.
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Participate in care planning with in-home clinical supports and your foster resource worker.
- Experience supporting children/youth with complex needs is an asset.
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Able to work as part of a team; applicants may be single or coupled.
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We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds; comfort with a pet-friendly home is required.
Minimum two-year (2) commitment required.
- Annual remuneration up to $87,600 (non-taxable income).
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Reside in an agency-owned and operated home provided for the role.
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Basic living expenses provided, including rent, utilities, and groceries.
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Support services available, including 24/7 after-hours assistance.
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In-home clinical supports available.
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Dedicated foster resource worker support.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits and peer support available.
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Family and Children’s Services of the Waterloo Region is committed to an inclusive, equitable environment and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
Email your expression of interest to [email protected].
