Job Description This CYC position will support patient care needs across designated units based on operational requirements, patient acuity, staffing needs, and established program priorities.

To that extent, the successful candidate must maintain readiness to, and be willing to, work across different sites, adapting quickly to site-specific workflows, documentation practices, escalation pathways, and interprofessional team structures.

While the incumbents' home unit will be Inpatient Paediatrics at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, from time-to-time, they may be required to support needs within other programs.

Working within the Inpatient Paediatric Unit, the Child and Youth Worker (CYW) will collaborate on treatment plans and provide support to hospitalized patients and families.

Specifically, the initial assignment will see the CYW work closely with hospitalized youth with eating disorders and their families to help meet food intake goals, provide support and guidance during meal times and contribute to treatment plans for care beyond medical stabilization.

The CYW may also work with youth to help support patients and families as they work towards developing and meeting mental health goals.

The CYW will work closely with Paediatricians,



Child Psychiatrists, Social Workers and Nurses to ensure that progress or delay in treatment is articulated to ensure a seamless transition between teams.

Qualifications CYW certificate and diploma or degree from a recognized community college or university. 3-5 years of child and adolescent experience preferably in the hospital setting Must have knowledge of children's psycho-social development Knowledge about or interest in paediatric eating disorders would be an asset Able to work independently and effectively within a team Must have competency in assessing risk issues and being able to address concerns within the community Experience in working with high conflict families and the skill set in deescalating conflict Understanding of the school system and support within the Halton community Must have computer skills (Word Processing) Satisfactory employment and valuable attendance record Additional Information Hours: Monday to Sunday, 12 hour shifts, (hours are subject to change based on operational needs) Salary : $ to $ per hour Date Posted: October 20, 2026 Internal Applicants due by: October 27, 2026 REF4306Y

📌 Child and Youth Worker - Pediatrics (Oakville)
🏢 Halton Healthcare
📍 Oakville