We are seeking Relief Child and Youth Workers/ Youth Justice Worker to supervise and care for youth in a twenty-four (24) hour open custodial residential home/youth corrections facility for young offenders located in Hamilton. Relief Workers will attend to the physical and emotional needs of youth in conflict with the law, through individual and group programming, and advocacy on behalf of each youth.
Position Responsibilities
Provide direct supervision of all youths in the residence. Observe and report to the Youth Care Workers behavior patterns, work habits, and personality traits of the youth in our care through the following methods:
- Assisting youth to achieve behaviour and life management goals: assist in the instructions of life skills and the daily supervision of Youth Care Workers.
- Assist Youth Care Workers in the implementation of Cognitive Based Programs, under the direction of the Coordinator of Programs.
- Support Youth Care Workers in discussions and group programming.
- Assist Youth Care Workers in the implementation of day and summer programs, therapeutic activities and house meetings.
- Under direction of the Youth Care Workers and the Management Team, use appropriate intervention in crisis situations.
- Assist in the preparation of meals.
- Report unusual patterns of behaviour or problems to Youth Care Workers.
- Assist in documenting unusual patterns of behaviour or issues with respect to youths in appropriate youth case file.
- Assist in laundering youth’s clothing and general house cleaning as required.
- Participate in regular supervision meetings with the Program Supervisor/Team Supervisor/Program Director.
- Participate in mandatory training.
- Participate in performance review.
- Any other duties as assigned by Program Supervisor, Team Supervisor or Program Director.
Qualifications
- Minimum Human Services Diploma and/or bachelor’s degree in related discipline and/or equivalency based on demonstrated training and experience as a Youth Care Worker in residential setting.
- Proficient in the use and application of Microsoft Office Suite products.
- An acceptable and valid Vulnerable Sector Screening (Broad Sector Check), along with a Health Assessment, must be provided and maintained at the candidate’s expense prior to and throughout employment.
- Familiarity with Youth Criminal Justice Act (CJA), and Child and Family Service Act (CFSA).
- Certification within UMAB, First Aid/CPR is an asset.
- A valid Class G driver’s license with a proven acceptable driving record.
- Fluency in other languages including sign language is an asset.
Working Conditions:
- Under normal conditions the majority of staff business will be conducted from the designated open facility/program setting.
- Work is performed under the general supervision of the Program Supervisor and Supervisor.
- Hours of work will regularly fall within normal business hours (24x7 operations); evening, weekend, rotational shifts and holiday hours may be required based on operational needs.
- This work produces moderate cognitive stress in most workers through either intensity, frequency and/or duration of stressful elements.
- The Youth Care Worker routinely functions in emotionally charged situations.
- Requires physical interventions including the restraint of physically aggressive youth.
Banyan is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Banyan is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff.
We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to an employment opportunity, please advise our Human Resources department or hiring manager of the accommodation measures if required which would enable you to be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Please Note:
-This posting is for an existing vacancy.
-We use artificial intelligence-based tools to assist with the screening and assessment of applications as part of our hiring process.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $25.08-$26.81 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- 1. Have you completed post secondary education related to human services? (Yes/No)
- 2. Do you have a valid Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) or Broad Record Check (BRC) completed within the last 3 months? (Yes/No)
- 3. Are you available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, night shifts and weekends? (Yes/No)
- 4. Do you have a valid Ontario G driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle? (Yes/No)
- 5. Do you have experience working with “at-risk” individuals? (Yes/No)
- 6. Do you have experience working in a correctional setting? (Yes/No)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2026-03-31
