Temporary Full-Time Support Worker 3

Position Overview (Job #: 053 - 011026)

Compensation: $28.67/hour

Location: Strathroy, ON.

Site: Hull

Expected End Date: August 30, 2027

Schedule: 32-40 hrs/week; varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Apply by: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Please be advised: A Class G (full) Driver's License is mandatory for this position.
Summary of Roles & Responsibilities:

• Working with children and youth in an out-of-home emergency/urgency stabilization setting.

• Collaborate with teams to implement care plans that support participants' involvement in person-centred programs that promote educational, behavioural, developmental, psychological, and emotional growth

• Creating and providing a safe, secure, and supportive environment for participants by developing and maintaining therapeutic relationships that attend to the diverse needs of youth

• Navigating conflict, overcoming obstacles, and being creative in providing support to participants while remaining calm and focused in crisis situations by utilizing effective de-escalation and decision-making skills

• Work successfully with diverse groups and demonstrate commitment to principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice

Qualifications:

• Completion of a post-secondary diploma in Child & Youth Worker (CYC)or Social Service Worker (SSW), or an equivalent Human Services program.

  • Please note: Personal Support Worker (PSW) and Developmental Services Worker (DSW) certifications do not meet the educational requirements for this position.

• Minimum two (2) years of related experience providing behaviour intervention support; knowledge of concurrent disorders and/or dual diagnoses and strategies for support

• Reliable with a demonstrated commitment to being a dependable member of a team

• Understanding of support requirements specific to the roles and responsibilities of the job

• Proficiency in both verbal and written communication

• Strong leadership, mentorship, advocacy, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, in addition to attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively with the team, and independently as necessary

• Capacity to establish, implement, and maintain professional and personal boundaries

• Multilingualism and having diverse lived experiences are considered assets

Requirements:

• Valid Class G (full) Driver's License with a 3-year Uncertified Driver Record

• Satisfactory current (within the last 6 months) Broad Record Check

• Physical Health assessment: verification of up-to-date immunisations, negative TB Skin test (within the last 6 months), COVID vaccination status (2 doses), and ability to meet the physical and psychological requirements of the position

• Current Standard First Aid & CPR, Level C with AED training preferred

  
  Humana Community Services is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity, and invite applications from all qualified candidates. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, contact us at [email protected] . Employees represented by Local 171 will be given first consideration for these positions. We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.