Hourly Salary: $27.14 – $34.38

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance

OMERS Pension plan available to all employees

Competitive salaries

Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees

Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time

EFAP available to all employees and their families

Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for

Permanent employees

A chance to make a difference in the community

Positions Available: 1 Full-Time Position

Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON (this position is not remote)

Closing Date: November 10, 2026

Competition #: 1651

Description
Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Child & Youth Care Worker will ensure that the developmental, treatment, and psycho-social needs of children, youth, and families are met through active involvement in assessment and therapeutic interventions. The primary responsibility of this role is to provide a combination of individual service delivery, case management, and group programming support to children, youth, and families, in alignment with the philosophy, values, and goals of Dilico Anishinabek Family Care. This work supports the overall social, emotional, and physical well-being of clients within a culturally responsive and supportive environment. The Child & Youth Care Worker is responsible for coordinating the delivery of integrated services from initial assessment through to discharge, ensuring comprehensive and consistent care for all assigned clients receiving services from the agency.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual therapeutic support to children and youth using developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed approaches

Deliver direct, relationship-based support in home, school, and community settings

Develop, implement,



and evaluate individualized behaviour support and skill-building programs

Coordinate case management and contribute to integrated service planning

Engage and support families through counselling, education, advocacy, and system navigation

Complete assessments, care plans, clinical documentation, and discharge summaries in a timely and professional manner

Collaborate with schools, community agencies, and Ministry-aligned services to ensure coordinated care

Apply culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strength-based practices in all aspects of service delivery

Qualifications

Diploma in Child & Youth Care (CYC) or a related field, or a combination of equivalent education and experience

Experience providing counselling and therapeutic support to children and youth is an asset

Experience working with Indigenous children, youth, and families is preferred

Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally protected, and strength-based approaches

Strong counselling, interpersonal, and communication skills

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends, as required

Travel within the service area to provide community-based support and attend meetings as required

Valid Class G Driver’s License and reliable access to a vehicle

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Current First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain

Hours of Work: 36 weekly

As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6

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📌 1651: Child & Youth Worker (Ontario)
🏢 Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
📍 Ontario