Temporary Full-Time Support Worker 3

Temporary Full-Time Support Worker 3

Position Overview (Job #: 045 - 270826)

Compensation: $28.67/hour plus paid vacation pay; 2.5% in lieu of benefits

Location: London, ON.

Site: Lindau

Expected End: September 5, 2027

Schedule: 32-40 hrs/week; varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Apply by: Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 11:59 P.M.

Summary of Roles & Responsibilities:

Working with children and youth in an out-of-home emergency/urgency stabilization setting overnight.  

Collaborate with teams to implement care plans that support participant'’ involvement in person-centered programs that promote educational, behavioural, developmental, psychological, and emotional growth

Creating and providing a safe, secure, and supportive environment for participants by developing and maintaining therapeutic relationships that attend to the diverse needs of youth

Navigating conflict, overcoming obstacles, and being creative in providing support to participants while remaining calm and focused in crisis situations by utilizing effective de-escalation and decision-making skills

Work successfully with diverse groups and demonstrate commitment to principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice

Qualifications:

Completion of a post-secondary diploma in Child & Youth Worker (CYC), Developmental Services Worker (DSW) or Social Service Worker (SSW) - or an equivalent Human Services program.

Please Note: Personal Support Worker (PSW) certifications do not meet the educational requirements for this position.

Minimum two (2) years of related experience providing behaviour intervention support; knowledge of concurrent disorders and/or dual diagnoses and strategies for support  

Reliable with a demonstrated commitment to being a dependable member of a team

Understanding of support requirements specific to the roles and responsibilities of the job

Proficiency in both verbal and written communication

Strong leadership, mentorship, advocacy, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, in addition to attention to detail

Ability to work collaboratively with the team and independently as necessary

Capacity to establish, implement, and maintain professional and personal boundaries

Multilingualism and having diverse lived experiences are considered assets

Requirements:

Valid Class G (full) Driver’s License with a 3-year Uncertified Driver Record  

Satisfactory current (within the last 6 months) Vulnerable Sector Check

Physical Health assessment: verification of up-to-date immunisations, negative TB Skin test (within the last 6 months), COVID vaccination status (2 doses), and ability to meet the physical and psychological requirements of the position  

Current Standard First Aid & CPR, Level C with AED training preferred

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