Overview
We are seeking a compassionate, trauma-informed Youth Worker to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting and mentoring children, with disabilities, many of whom may have experienced trauma. Your primary focus will be to create a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment that promotes healing, personal growth, and resilience. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people through strength-based and trauma-aware approaches.
Responsibilities
- Build safe, trusting relationships with youth by demonstrating consistency, respect, and genuine care.
- Provide direct support to youth, always ensuring their physical and emotional safety and well-being.
- Engaging, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive activities that promote social-emotional learning, teamwork, and self-advocacy.
- Recognize and respond to signs of trauma, using de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed strategies to support regulation and connection.
- Encourage youth voice and choice in decision-making processes, fostering a sense of autonomy and empowerment.
- Monitor progress and provide reflective, non-judgmental feedback through daily logs and communication
- Assist in teaching life skills, academic content, or recreational activities in ways that are supportive, patient, and adaptable to individual needs.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records of activities, progress, and any critical incidents in accordance with organizational policies and ethical guidelines.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience working with children or young adults in a supportive, trauma-aware or therapeutic role.
- Understanding of trauma-informed care principles, or willingness to undergo training in trauma-informed practices.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Strong teaching, mentoring, or youth development skills are an asset.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to engage sensitively with youth, families, and professionals.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while also showing initiative and independence.
- High levels of empathy, patience, cultural humility, and a genuine commitment to youth empowerment.
- A valid Criminal Record and Social Development will be required prior to employment.
- A degree or diploma in a related field or equivalent
- Available to work a combination of days, evenings and overnights
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $24.90 per hour
Work Location: In person
