Job Description

Child and Youth Care Practitioner

Organization:

Judahcare Inc.

Location:

Sault Ste. Marie

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Casual

Salary:

$27/hour

About Us

Judahcare Inc. supports individuals and families across Ontario, working with Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities to provide culturally informed, inclusive, and compassionate care. We offer support for emotional, behavioural, psychological, and developmental challenges in homes, community programs, healthcare, residential, and educational settings.

Role Summary

We are seeking

Child and Youth Care Practitioners

to support children, youth, adolescents, and adults with challenging behaviours. This role includes community engagement, program support, and connecting clients to health, social, and cultural resources.

We value equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourage candidates who are committed to these principles.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with individuals, families, and community partners Provide culturally safe, trauma-informed, and inclusive support Assist with community programs and outreach initiatives Connect clients to appropriate resources and services

Qualifications

Diploma/degree in Child and Youth Work, Child and Youth Care, or related field 5+ years' experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviours Experience with mental health, developmental challenges, FASD, Autism, or dual diagnosis First Aid/CPR certification and Vulnerable Sector Police Check (?6 months old) Crisis Intervention training (UMAB, CPI, or TCI) Strong communication and relationship-building skills Knowledge of Indigenous and local community needs an asset

Benefits

Flexible scheduling (day, evening, night, weekends) Casual dress Competitive pay and employee incentives Supportive, inclusive workplace Opportunities for professional growth
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual, Freelance

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Experience:

challenging behavior: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Child and Youth Care Diploma (required)
Willingness to travel:

100% (required)
Work Location: In person