Job Description

We have multiple opportunities for day and night staff, full-time, part-time and casual.

About Us

At

The Behaviour Company

, we operate a therapeutic group home for youth with complex mental health needs, developmental disabilities, and behavioural challenges. We are a trauma-informed and evidence-based team grounded in compassion, clinical excellence, and client dignity.

Position Overview

We are hiring

Implementers

(Developmental Support Workers) who bring more than crisis response--individuals who understand trauma, value emotional regulation, and have the resilience to engage youth with complex needs. You will work directly with clients aged 12-17 in our group home and the community, implementing individualized support strategies under the supervision of a clinical team.

This role is ideal for someone with education in

mental health, psychology, or psychotherapy

, experience supporting

teenagers with aggressive behaviours

, and a

trauma-attuned lens

.

What You'll Do

Implement trauma-informed behavioural and emotional support plans. Support youth during dysregulation and use approved safety techniques when needed. Engage in therapeutic rapport-building through conversation, games, shared activities, and co-regulation. Take detailed data and documentation to support treatment planning. Support functional life skills including hygiene, routines, and meal preparation. Attend daily team huddles and contribute to collaborative problem-solving. Respond to emotional and physical crises with safety, empathy, and consistency. Uphold house routines including cleaning and basic home upkeep as part of team culture.

What You Bring

? Post-secondary education in

mental health

,

psychology

,

addictions

,

psychotherapy

,

child & youth work

, or

a related field

? Experience working with

high-risk youth

,

aggressive behaviours

, and/or clients with

developmental or psychiatric diagnoses

? Understanding of

trauma-informed practice

, emotional regulation, and relationship-based care
? Comfort using

containment techniques

when absolutely necessary (training provided)
? Strong verbal and written communication skills
? Self-awareness, professionalism, and teamwork
? Valid First Aid/CPR & vulnerable sector screening (preferred)
? SMG Crisis Training (or willingness to be trained)
? Minimum

1 year experience in a group home setting

Schedule

Day Shifts

September to June

: 7-hour weekday shifts & 12-hour alternating weekend shifts

July to August

: 12-hour shifts, 84 hours bi-weekly Rotating 2-week schedule (provided during interview)

Night Shifts

12-hour shifts Rotating 2-week schedule (provided during interview) There are full-time, part-time and casual positions available

Compensation and Benefits

$24.00-$30.00/hour depending on experience Paid time off & statutory holiday pay Overtime pay Regular professional development Close-knit, supportive work culture

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed with a brief cover letter explaining your experience supporting high-needs youth and why trauma-informed care matters to you.

Please include the date you're available to start.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $24.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 26 - 42 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off
Application question(s):

When are you available to start?
Education:

DCS / DEC (required)
Experience:

working with youth with complex needs and trauma: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person