Child and Youth Worker - Contract

Posting #: 4320 Posting Date:June 29, 2026 Posting Closing: October29, 2026

# positions: 7

Have you heard of us?

Wesley is a long-standing local non-profit and a certified Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) employer. We are passionate about assisting people struggling with poverty. Our work is focused on children and family programs, housing & homelessness, and resettling newcomers to Canada in Hamilton, Halton, and Brantford.

We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feel valued and respected. Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies are integral to our mission and practices. We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to serve our community effectively.

All members of our organization are expected to embrace and actively participate in our EDI initiatives. By joining our team, you will be contributing to an environment that promotes equity, respect, and inclusion for all.

Are you the one we’re looking for?

We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Child and Youth Worker who demonstrates our values of compassion, accountability, responsiveness and empowerment; to our clients, families and each other.

TheAfter-School Program Authorized Recreation is
to provide flexible and engaging after-school programming for children in Grades 1 to 6, in a safe and stimulating environment.

This is a Unionized, Part- time contract position- starting September 1, 2026 to June 25, 2027.

It will be 15 hours per week, at $19.99 per hour. Location: Beasley, Hess, and Lake Ave.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop, plan, promote,



implement and evaluate day to day operations of the After-School Programs with the support of the Supervisor, Early Years.
2. Adhere to the requirements outlined by the funder and ensure that program elements are being delivered as required (Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport Guidelines).
3. Assist to oversee student placements, volunteers, ensuring appropriate staffing at all and complete required evaluations.
4. Demonstrate an awareness and knowledge of child development and the needs of the children in the program, providing quality, engaged learning and supervision of all children in the care of Wesley at all times.
5. Ensure program number of participants stay within target of enrollment.
6. Escort children from classrooms using prescribed attendance procedures and protocols.
7. Ensure a high level of community participation and service delivery in the programs including promotion of the programs in the community. This will include maintaining a good rapport with the schools and other programs within them.
8. Identify need for Public Relations support, facility issues and supplies needed and report those to the Supervisor, Early Years.
9. Welcome, support and interact with clients, remembering to be sensitive to all families including those culturally diverse, LGBTQ, young parents etc.
10. Ensure that all daily program paperwork is completed and accurate.
11.



Adhere to the requirements of the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board and the City of Hamilton (where applicable).
12. Review program operational guidelines, policies and procedures and other legislation required as it relates to the delivery of service.
13. Participate and contribute in team meetings and staff development opportunities including current and current child development trends as well as improving work performance.
14. Gathering statistics, stories, and data on programs on weekly, monthly and yearly basis as required.
15. Ensure accurate time sheets and incident reports are submitted to the Supervisor in a timely manner.
16. Participate in regular supervision meetings with Supervisor and update Supervisor as needed.
17. Abide by the health and safety policies of Wesley.
18. Other duties as assigned.
19. Collaborate, assist and/or work in other Children and Family Services within the Hub.
20. Welcome, support and interact with all clients, including those from culturally diverse backgrounds, newcomers to Canada, LGBTQ2S+, young parents, etc.

What you will bring

1. Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Sport and Leisure, Child and Youth Worker, Social Worker, Psychology, Sociology or Kinesiology. Preference for Sport and Leisure background.
2. Thorough knowledge of the program mandate which is based on physical activity, healthy eating and nutrition education, wellness and personal health education and thorough knowledge of other applicable legislation.
3. Minimum 2 years of current experience in working with children ages 6-12 years and community partners.
4. Documentation to support ongoin

📌 Child and Youth Worker- Contract (Canada)
🏢 Wesley
📍 Canada