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Youth Worker – FT Temporary

Employer Name: William Creighton Youth Centre

Location/Address: Kenora, ON

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Hours of Work: Full-Time, Temporary

Wage: As per OPSEU Collective Agreement range from $31.49 to $35.06 per hour

 

Position Status:

This is a full-time temporary vacancy to work with male youth to begin ASAP for approximately 3 months.  This vacancy may be terminated early if the regular incumbent returns or it may be extended if the regular incumbent’s leave is extended.

 

Qualifications:

  • PREFERRED: Child and Youth Worker Diploma from an accredited College or University Candidates with the following qualifications may also be considered where the person has significant related experience:
  • B.S.W., B.S.W., B.A. Sociology or Psychology, Onajigawin Indigenous Services Diploma, Social Services Worker Diploma, Developmental Service Worker Diploma.

 

Skills:

  • Applicants must have an awareness of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
  • Applicants must have a demonstrated ability in the following:
    • Above average verbal skills;
    • Ability to confront youth in a consistent and constructive manner;
    • Above average interpersonal skills;
    • Ability to control and stimulate groups of adolescents
    • Completion of Crisis Intervention certification and ability to deploy physical intervention techniques.
  • Possession of a valid Ontario Drivers License and current First Aid Certificate;
  • Clear Police check;
  • Must be able to work shift work.

 

How to Apply:

APPLY BY EMAIL ONLY TO

Kristie Kuizenga, Executive Coordinator

kkuizenga@creightonyouth.ca

 

William W. Creighton Youth Services is deeply committed to building an inclusive and representative workforce. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and those with diverse abilities, cultures and lived experiences.

 

Candidates are responsible to ensure their updated resume and cover letter is received on or before the posted closing date quoting: FILE # CYC-04-2026