Join Our Team - Child & Youth Care Practitioners (Young Women's Youth Justice Program)
Location:
Brampton
Organization:
Kinnect Support Services
Position Type:
Relief / On-Call
Hourly Rate:
$18.00
About Kinnect Support Services
Kinnect Support Services is a trusted partner in community and residential care across Ontario. We provide responsive, compassionate support to individuals facing behavioral, emotional, psychiatric, and social challenges. Our team works in partnership with youth justice, mental health, and residential treatment programs to promote safety, empowerment, and meaningful change.
We are committed to trauma-informed, person-centered, gender-responsive, and culturally safe care.
Position Overview
We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled
Child and Youth Care Practitioners (CYCPs)
to join our
Young Women's Youth Justice Program
in Brampton. This program supports young women aged 16-24 who are involved in the justice system and/or accessing therapeutic day treatment services.
As a CYCP, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, respectful, and empowering space for young women. You will support them in daily routines, emotional regulation, life skills development, and building pathways toward independence and positive community connections.
Key Responsibilities
Build positive, professional, and supportive relationships with young women using trauma-informed and anti-oppressive approaches
Facilitate life skills programming, educational support, recreational activities, and community engagement
Provide consistent supervision and promote safety within a structured, inclusive, and gender-responsive environment
Assist with daily routines, appointments, and transitions
Complete accurate and timely documentation (daily logs, incident reports, medication records, etc.)
Uphold agency and Ministry policies, including a
no-restraint, non-physical intervention
model
Support a team culture grounded in empathy, accountability, and collaboration
Participate in household duties, property checks, and reporting protocols
Qualifications (Required)
Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Care, Social Services, Community Justice, or a related field
Must identify as a woman
, in alignment with the gender-responsive nature of this program
Minimum 1 year of experience working with youth aged 16-24, preferably in residential or justice-related programs
Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
Standard First Aid & CPR Level C Certification
CPI and/or UMAB Crisis Intervention Certification (required)
Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (2 doses minimum) and up-to-date immunizations
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to remain calm and supportive during crisis or escalated situations
Physically able to participate in program and recreational activities
Preferred Attributes
Experience working with young women and youth from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous, racialized, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities
Understanding of gender-based violence, trauma-informed practices, and harm reduction
Knowledge of youth justice, residential care, and shelter system standards
Flexibility for shift work (including overnights, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage)
Commitment to creating inclusive, culturally safe, and empowering environments
Strong collaboration and communication within team settings
Why Join Kinnect?
Be part of a mission-driven team supporting justice-involved young women
Work in a supportive, inclusive, and values-based environment
Opportunities for professional development and on-the-job training
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth in your community
Apply today
to join a team that empowers young women through connection, structure, and compassion -- right here in
Brampton
.
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Education:
DCS / DEC (required)
Experience:
working with Youth : 1 year (required)
Language:
English (required)
Licence/Certification:
First Aid Certification (required)
CPI (required)
Work Location: In person
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