Child & Youth Support Worker (Flexible & Casual)

Respite Edmonton

Edmonton & surrounding areas
$17.50/hour starting rate
Multiple Positions Available
Flexible Scheduling based on your availability

About This Role

At Respite Edmonton, we support children and youth with a range of developmental, behavioural and emotional support needs in home and community settings across Edmonton & surrounding areas.

This is flexible part time and casual work that can fit around school, another job, or family life.

If you enjoy spending time with kids, being active, and helping create positive, everyday experiences, this could be a great fit.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll spend time one-on-one with children and youth in everyday settings such as:

- going on community outings (parks, walks, activities)
- playing games, sports, or doing creative activities
- supporting routines like meals, homework, and transitions
- encouraging confidence, independence, and engagement
- helping create calm, positive, structured time

Some shifts are active and social, while others are quieter and more routine-based.

What a Shift Can Look Like

This is hands-on support in real-world environments.

You might:

- go for a walk and grab a snack
- play basketball or board games
- support after-school routines
- help a child transition between activities
- spend time talking and engaging in simple activities

Support needs can vary depending on the child or youth. Some shifts are more activity-based, while others may require more structure, patience, and individualized support.

Flexible Scheduling That Works Around You

We offer shifts including:

- evenings
- weekends
- after-school hours




- casual and ongoing shifts

This role is a great fit if you are:

- a student
- working another job
- looking for extra income
- interested in flexible, meaningful part-time work

We build schedules collaboratively to support work-life balance.

Opportunities for more consistent hours may be available depending on availability and client needs.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who are:

- reliable and consistent
- patient and positive
- comfortable working with children and youth
- calm and adaptable in different situations
- able to communicate respectfully and clearly
- willing to learn and follow guidance

Experience working with children or support roles is helpful, but not required for all positions.

What We Offer

- Starting at $17.50/hour
- Flexible scheduling based on your availability
- Casual and part-time shifts available
- Scheduling and communication tools
- Supportive team environment
- Training and ongoing guidance
- Meaningful work supporting families in the community
- Potential for more consistent hours depending on availability

Requirements

- Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License (preferred)
- Reliable transportation (preferred)
- $2 million Alberta Auto Insurance Liability Coverage (if driving)




- Criminal record check with vulnerable sector (can be completed upon offer)
- Clear Child Intervention Check (can be completed upon offer)
- First Aid & CPR Level C (can be completed upon offer)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification is considered an asset

Physical Requirements

- Comfortable staying active during shifts
- Able to participate in home and community activities
- Able to support light physical movement when needed

Why This Role Matters

This work is about showing up consistently and creating small, positive moments in a child’s day.

That might look like:

- a calmer routine
- a positive outing
- a smoother transition between activities
- a good interaction that helps the day feel easier

You don’t need to be perfect. Just reliable, patient, and present.

We review applications regularly and contact selected candidates for interviews. We look forward to hearing from you.

Respite Edmonton

Flexible work. Positive connections. Real everyday impact.

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

Pay: $17.50-$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule

Application question(s):

- Are you comfortable supporting children and youth in home and community settings?
- Do you have a reliable vehicle, as driving children may be a requirement?

Experience:

- working with children: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid & CPR Level C (or willing to obtain) (required)
- Vulnerable Sector Check (or willing to obtain) (required)
- Driver's License (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Child & Youth Support Worker (Flexible/Casual) (Edmonton)
🏢 Respite Edmonton
📍 Edmonton