York Hills is a children and youth mental health agency that offers a wide range of mental health services, supports and partnerships providing meaningful and evidence informed/based treatment to children, and youth, aged 0 to 18 years, and their families.

Under the direction of the Coordinator of Children's Respite, Group Services and Student Placements, the Child Minder is responsible for planning and implementing social and recreational activities for children aged 18 months to 12 years. This role supports parents/caregivers attending individual counselling sessions, psycho-educational workshops, therapeutic group sessions and agency events as needed.

Employment Status:

Salary Range: $25.00 per hour

Location: 402 Bloomington Rd., Aurora, ON L4G 0L9; or other locations in York Region

Hours of Work: As required, may include evenings and weekends.

Number of Vacancies or Evergreen Role: 02

A LOOK AT YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client Service Responsibilities

- Assists in promoting and supporting the Mission, Vision, and Values statements, ensuring adherence to operational and service policies and procedures while maintaining ethical conduct.
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of ethical behaviour and professional conduct, including contributing to ensuring ethical standards are upheld.
- Provides a positive, stimulating and safe physical setting for children.
- Plans and implements a three (3) hour program for children aged 18 months - 12 years.
- Supervises and interacts with children during planned activities (e.g., playing games, sport activities and arts and crafts).
- Ensures nutritional snacks are available for children in care.
- Supports children when emotional needs arise (e.g.



difficulty separating from parent/caregiver).
- Engages in communication with parents/caregivers and case managers to support a positive and effective service delivery.
- Adheres to internal policies and procedures.

Administrative and Organizational Responsibilities

- Maintains a system of documentation and reporting that is consistent with the standards, procedures, legislation and practices of the agency.
- Maintains certification for required training (e.g., Standard First Aid).
- Participates in group or individual supervision with the Coordinator of Respite, Group Services and Student Placements as needed.
- Submits all pre-approved expense claims and hours of work in a timely manner.
- Actively responds to the Coordinator of Respite, Group Services and Student Placements and/or Human Resources requests for the submission of required background screening documentation (e.g., Police Record Check).
- Builds and maintains interactions with colleagues focused on individual, team and organization success.
- Performs work in a safe manner and adheres to the established health and safety measures of the organization.
- Actively supports Equity, Diversity and Inclusion drivers, including fostering a welcoming and safe space, where people can expect to be treated fairly,



equitably and in a culturally responsive way.
- Attends and participates in required training and meetings as required.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

- Completion of a post-secondary diploma in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Minimum one (1) year of related experience.
- Experience in providing one-on-one support to children and youth.
- This position may require lifting or other forms of physical exertion, including running, walking, and participation in group activities.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including editing skills with attention to detail.
- Knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, the Child Welfare Act and other relevant legislation.
- Knowledge of child developmental stages and children's mental health.
- Able to implement a variety of strategies and interventions as required, including the ability to identify and respond to crisis situations.
- Competence in modelling professionalism and maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
- Experience in nurturing a stimulating, positive and safe physical environment for children and youth.
- Ability to assess the emotional needs of children and plan suitable social and recreational activities.
- Functional technological skills (e.g., Office 365, MS Office, SharePoint, software applications).
- Awareness and appreciation for the dynamics of equity issues (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) especially as it relates to gender, ethnicity, race, and economic status.
- Identification with the strategic mission, vision and values of the organization including inclusion, collaboratio

📌 Child Minder (Aurora)
🏢 York Hills Centre for Children, Youth, and Familie
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