Relief/Part-time Youth Worker Congregate Care (2026-257-YPS)

Toronto, ON, Canada

Part Time

Youth Programs & Services

Entry Level

Competition #2026-257-YPS	*Relief/Part-time Youth Worker Congregate Care (2026-257-YPS)*
Employment Type:	Part-Time, CUPE Bargaining Unit (2 vacancies)
Work Hours:	Fluctuating Hours
Work Setting:	Exclusively On-Site (Everett Program)
Salary:	$24.54/hour
Application Deadline:	July 08, 2026 by 11:59 pm

Who We Are
WoodGreen is a team of diverse and innovative change makers working together to make a difference in our communities. A United Way Anchor Agency with a proven track record and an entrepreneurial mindset, we continuously seek to develop solutions to critical social needs while striving to become a Centre for Equity.
Visit www.woodgreen.org to learn more about who we are and to review our Equity Statement.

We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, representative of the communities we serve. We encourage, and are pleased to consider, applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, women/women identifying, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who contribute towards promoting innovative ideas and solutions.

Program Overview – Youth Programs & Services, Everett Program
The primary responsibility for a part-time Youth Worker is to support and supplement the full-time staff team to provide direct, quality client care and supervision to clients in live-in programs, and to provide client-focused and strengths-based relationship-based interventions.
The goal of the program is to prevent and reduce youth involvement in the criminal justice system and support their reintegration to the community. Part-Time/Relief Youth Workers support the clients with their daily needs, including programming and household requirements. This program is staffed by at least two Youth Workers at all times.

What You Will Do

Incorporate in your work a strengths-based relationship-based philosophy of care and a belief in the resilience of youth.
Provide direct, client care and supervision to clients in a congregate care setting.
Promote and integrate Youth and Family Engagement.
Promote an environment of inclusion that promotes equity and respects diversity.
Ensure the safety and security of the residents in the program.
Liaise with families, professionals and the community.
Complete documentation and reports as required.
Participate in the day-to-day operation of the facility.
Shift work is required.
Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring to the Team

University or College degree and/or diploma in Child & Youth Work and/or Bachelor of Social Work.
Some relevant experience, preferably in congregate care child and youth work.
Demonstrated understanding of the complex issues and challenges facing our clients.
Good communication skills – verbal and written
Good administration and computer skills.
Able to work well as part of a team
Valid “Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour” certification.
Valid “First Aid/CPR” certification
Completion of required suicide prevention and intervention training.
Ontario G driver’s license and comfort driving agency vehicle considered an asset.

What Will Set You Apart

Demonstrated experience in the youth justice sector considered an asset.
Appreciation of the importance of engaging youth and families from a strength-based relationship-based approach.
Sensitivity to, and ability to work with, a diverse client and staff group.
Ability to demonstrate an anti-oppression approach to practice and work from a client-centered, anti-racism, harm reduction, and trauma informed approach is required.
Demonstrate knowledge of issues affecting marginalized communities, policies, legislation, programs, and other issues related to scope of practice and social determinants of health.
Experience working with diverse and marginalized communities, including ethno-cultural and religious groups, LGBTQSS+ youth and youth adults, those impacted by poverty and those involved in youth justice.

This is a collective bargaining unit position with CUPE Local 3501

WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If contacted in relation to an employment opportunity, please advise our People & Culture representatives at careers@woodgreen.org of the accommodation measures required. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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