Provide residential care and intensive support for high needs children and youth within Prince Edward Island’s public service. Apply trauma informed practice daily.

As a Child and Youth Care Worker, you will support children ages six to twelve and youth ages eleven to seventeen in provincial legal custody. Working within a multidisciplinary, community-based team, you will deliver mandated services and adapt support as needs change. The position includes residential services, outreach, supervision, and direction on a 24/7 basis.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide supervision, care, and nurturing environments for children and youth
- Contribute to developing and modifying individual case plans
- Deliver intensive one-on-one emotional and behavioral support




- Apply trauma informed and cognitive-behavioral programming techniques
- Manage crises and use non-violent safety interventions appropriately

Requirements:

- Child and Youth Care Worker program or relevant bachelor’s degree
- Considerable social services experience, including one year with children
- Knowledge of developmental issues and mental health disorders
- Current CPR, First Aid, and required intervention training
- Valid PEI Class 5 driver’s license and required checks

Use trauma informed care, crisis management, and communication skills to support children and youth through residential services.

📌 Child Youth Care Worker Residential Services (Canada)
🏢 Government of Prince Edward Island
📍 Canada