child and youth worker

Location: Pickering, Ontario Pay: $30.00 per hour Hours: Approximately 10 to 12 hours per week Employment type: Part-time Work setting: In-person residential support About Renew and the Role Renew Child and Youth Homes provides small-setting, home-style residential support for children and youth in Pickering. We are seeking an experienced Child and Youth Worker who is dependable, collaborative and able to remain calm and professional when emotions are high. The successful applicant will be a team player who contributes to a positive workplace culture and participates in staff meetings, training and team-building activities. This is an active, relationship-based role, not passive supervision. The position is expected to average approximately 10 to 12 hours per week, with scheduling based on the needs of the home and the successful applicant?s availability. Responsibilities The Child and Youth Worker will: * Develop safe, respectful and appropriately boundaried relationships with children and youth. * Build trust patiently with young people who may be cautious, guarded or reluctant to engage with a new staff member. * Support individualized Plans of Care, safety plans, goals and clinical recommendations. * Assist with meals, school routines, homework, appointments, recreation, family contact, bedtime and other daily transitions. * Recognize changes in behaviour, mood, routines or functioning and communicate relevant observations to the team. * Remain calm and professional when children or youth are distressed or emotions are high. * Respond to conflict and challenging situations using approved prevention, intervention and de-escalation approaches. * Support emotional regulation, problem-solving, healthy decision-making and relationship repair. * Coach practical life skills, including meal preparation, organization, communication, household responsibilities and community participation. * Promote each child or youth?s dignity, rights, voice, identity, culture, beliefs and important relationships. * Complete clear, objective and timely daily notes, incident reports and other required documentation. * Communicate professionally with supervisors, placing agencies, families, schools, clinicians and other members of the support team. * Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a consistent approach across shifts. * Accompany children and youth to school, appointments, family contact, activities or community outings when assigned. * Contribute to the everyday operation of the home, including meal preparation, tidying, laundry and maintaining a welcoming environment. * Participate in staff meetings, training, reflective supervision, planning discussions and team-building activities. * Follow applicable legislation, Ministry requirements, reporting obligations, RCYH policies and professional standards. Who We Are Looking For You may be a strong fit for Renew if you: * Work collaboratively and contribute to a respectful and supportive team environment. * Communicate openly, receive feedback professionally and address disagreements respectfully. * Understand that building a meaningful relationship with a child or youth may take time, patience and consistency. * Remain calm, thoughtful and professional when a child or youth is distressed or emotions are running high. * Look beyond behaviour and consider what the child or youth may be communicating. * Establish clear expectations without creating unnecessary power struggles. * Communicate concerns early and share information that helps the team respond consistently. * Write objective documentation that helps the broader team understand what occurred. * Are dependable, punctual and prepared to contribute throughout the entire shift. * Participate meaningfully in meetings, training and activities that strengthen the staff team. * Can work independently while remaining accountable to a coordinated team and shared plan. Qualifications Applicants must hav