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Child and Youth Care Practitioner

Hamilton, ON, CA
Salary Range: From $22.08 an hour (with benefits)

Full-time Permanent Position.

Other: This is a unionized position.
Travel: Ability to commute / relocate to various locations in Hamilton, Ontario.

PLEASE NOTE: We do not hire PSWs for this position.

ABOUT US:

Lynwood Charlton Centre is Hamilton’s Lead Agency for child and youth mental health, providing transformative care through community, residential, and treatment services. We empower young people (prenatal to age 25) and their families with equitable, accessible programs—from counselling and crisis support to skill-building and advocacy. Guided by compassion and evidence, we collaborate with 7 core partners to strengthen mental health across our diverse community. 

Through our Lead Agency role, we are responsible for leading and facilitating system reform in Hamilton. To do this, we work collaboratively with other child and youth mental health service providers, other affiliated community partners including our child welfare, health, and school board partners, and parents and youth engaged in our services.

To learn more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to visit the Our Approach section of the website.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

  • Competitive pay inclusive of a pension plan;

  • Comprehensive Group Benefits plan with extended health care coverage;

  • Growth opportunities for training and mentorship;

  • Equity-driven culture where diversity thrives;

  • Supportive leadership invested in your success;

  • Accredited excellence (Canadian Centre for Accreditation).

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Company Pension

  • RRSP match

  • Paid Time off

  • Employee assistance program

  • Life Insurance

  • Disability Insurance

  • Extended health care coverage

  • Dental Care

  • Vision Care

  • On-site parking

  • Casual dress

  • Company events

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are currently looking for Child and Youth Care Practitioner to work at our Flamborough site.

Please note that this is an agency-wide position based at our Flamborough site but Lynwood Charlton Centre reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to any location based on the needs of the program.

Working under the direction of the Program Manager, the Child and Youth Care Practitioner is responsible for the provision of day-to-day care and utilizing best practice and evidence informed treatment interventions with children/youth in a residential care environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Working under the direction of the Program Manager, you will be responsible for the provision of day-to-day care and utilizing best practice and evidence informed treatment interventions with children/youth in a residential environment.

  • You will perform prime worker/coach duties through developing effective relationships with caregivers/guardians and service providers in the community.

  • Maintain professional standards of practice in accordance with Lynwood Charlton Centre policies and procedures, CCA (Canadian Centre for Accreditation) standards, and relevant legislation.

  • Complete the respite plan with client/families, and design/develop programs geared to their goals and needs.

REQUIREMENTS:

The following education, professional memberships and knowledge are a requirement for this role:

  • Diploma in CYC/SWW from a recognized community college, or a BA in a related field;

  • First Aid Certification in good standing;

  • Broad Records Police Check;

  • Experience working with children and youth in a treatment setting;

  • Knowledge of child and youth mental health and relevant informed treatment interventions.

NICE TO HAVES:

While not required, preference will be given to candidates with the following: 

  • Experience working night shift(s) is an asset.

  • Knowledge of the cultural diversity of communities served by the agency.

  • Fluency in another language(s), including sign language.

BEFORE STARTING WITH US:

As our work puts us in direct contact with youth and vulnerable persons in our community, with health and safety as a priority, the successful candidate must complete or obtain the following before commencement of their employment:

  • Broad Records Police Check (done within four weeks of employment is required.

  • Up-to-date vaccinations (as per health guidelines).

HOW TO APPLY:

Using the form below, please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your demonstrated education, certification (if applicable), working and related volunteer experience and how you meet specific requirements for this position, and any additional considerations you deem appropriate.

Lynwood Charlton Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We benefit from diversity of lived experiences in the workplace and encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect Hamilton’s diversity—including racialized, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous, and disabled communities.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Lynwood Charlton Centre’s own policies, requests for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process.

We thank all applicants however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Apply Now

Please use the form provided below and attach your cover letter and resume.

If you have additional questions, please contact:

Sandy Gdyczynski, B.A., CHRL, Director, Human Resources

careers@lynwoodcharlton.ca
(905) 389-1361

526 Upper Paradise Road
Hamilton, ON L9C 5E3