Support children and youth through therapeutic respite services in homes and community settings, using structured activities and positive behaviour supports.
This Therapeutic Respite Worker role serves clients aged 0–18 with mental health and neurodevelopmental needs. You will strengthen social skills, emotion regulation, coping, and life skills while supporting families. Services focus on preventing family breakdown or out-of-home placements.
Key Responsibilities: Deliver one-to-one and group-based therapeutic respite sessions
Implement treatment, safety, and behaviour plans
Communicate with caregivers and model practical strategies
Complete contact notes within 24 hours
Maintain safe, therapeutic environments across settings
Requirements: Diploma or enrolment in a relevant support program
Minimum two years working with children and youth
Solid communication, judgment, and independent work skills
Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle access
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Apply therapeutic support, family communication, and behaviour strategies while delivering meaningful respite for children and youth.

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📌 Therapeutic Respite Worker Children Youth (Ontario)
🏢 Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services
📍 Ontario