WoodGreen Community Services

Delivers social services, housing, employment

Awake Overnight Youth Worker

Residential & Direct SupportUpdated on Nov 12

Part-timeToronto, ON, Canada$24.54 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A university or college degree and/or diploma in Child & Youth Work and/or a Bachelor of Social Work is required.
Some relevant experience is required, preferably in congregate care child and youth work.
Demonstrated understanding of the complex issues and challenges facing clients is required.
Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
Good administration and computer skills are required.
Ability to work well as part of a team is required.
Valid Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour certification is required.
Valid First Aid/CPR certification is required.
Completion of required suicide prevention and intervention training is required.
An Ontario G driver's license and comfort driving an agency vehicle are considered an asset.
An anti-oppression approach to practice, and a client-centered, anti-racism, harm reduction, and trauma-informed approach are required.
Knowledge of issues affecting marginalized communities, policies, legislation, programs, issues related to scope of practice, and social determinants of health is required.

Responsibilities

Promote a safe and therapeutic environment and establish therapeutic relationships with clients through role modeling consistent with the Agency Mission, Vision and Values.
Incorporate a strengths-based, relationship-based philosophy of care and a belief in the resilience of youth into the work.
Promote and integrate Youth and Family Engagement.
Promote an inclusive environment that advances equity and respects diversity.
Assess and understand client mental health needs through a developmental and trauma-informed lens, and offer and actualize methods of intervention that are not psychotherapy, in compliance with relevant legislation and CRPO guidelines regarding the Controlled Act of Psychotherapy.
Provide direct client care and supervision to clients in the live-in program.
Maintain client records according to agency standards, privacy policies, and legislation.
Complete administrative duties within required timeframes.
Use communication systems effectively to convey client- and program-related information.
Maintain responsible oversight of agency finances and assets.
Maintain the upkeep of the physical plant and property, interior and exterior.
Assist with meal preparation as required.
Represent the Agency professionally when dealing with families, external professionals, the general public, and community partners.
Perform other duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in congregate care child and youth work is preferred.
Experience in the youth justice sector is considered an asset.
An Ontario G driver's license and comfort driving an agency vehicle are considered an asset.
Experience working with diverse and marginalized communities, including ethno-cultural and religious groups, LGBTQSS+ youth and young adults, people impacted by poverty, and people involved in youth justice.

Competition #2026-417-YPS	*Awake Overnight Youth Worker (2026-417-YPS)*
Employment Type:	Part-time, CUPE Bargaining Unit (2 vacancies)
Work Hours:	21 hours/week, Friday into Saturday overnight 12am-9am Saturday into Sunday overnight 1130pm-1130am
Work Setting:	Exclusively On-Site (Redwood Program - East Toronto)
Salary:	$24.54/hour
Application Deadline:	November 16, 2026 by 11:59 pm

Who We Are
WoodGreen is a team of diverse and innovative change makers working together to make a difference in our communities. A United Way Anchor Agency with a proven track record and an entrepreneurial mindset, we continuously seek to develop solutions to critical social needs while striving to become a Centre for Equity.
Visit www.woodgreen.org to learn more about who we are and to review our Equity Statement.

We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, representative of the communities we serve. We encourage, and are pleased to consider, applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, women/women identifying, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who contribute towards promoting innovative ideas and solutions.

Program Overview: Youth Programs & Services - Redwood Program
Turning Point Youth Services (TPYS) is an accredited, non-profit agency serving youth (12 to 18 years of age) and their families in the east end of Toronto. Turning Point’s mission is to empower youth to make positive change, an to accomplish this, it offers a continuum of services for youth and their families with a focus on mental health, housing/sheltering, and youth justice. Turning Point Youth Services and WoodGreen Community Services announced on July 2, 2024 the integration of the two organizations. The combination of these two agencies will enable a more effective and integrated approach to the provision of comprehensive support services for youth in the GTA.

What You Will Do

Promote a safe and therapeutic environment and establish therapeutic relationships
with clients through role modeling consistent with the Agency Mission, Vision and
Values.
Incorporate into your work a strengths-based relationship-based philosophy of care and
a belief in the resilience of youth.
Promote and integrate Youth and Family Engagement.
Promote an environment of inclusion that promotes equity and respects diversity.
Assess and understand client mental health needs through a developmental and trauma informed lens, offer and actualize methods of intervention not considered psychotherapy, in compliance with relevant legislation and the CRPO guidelines regarding the Controlled Act of Psychotherapy which identify, limit and control the means of psychotherapy techniques delivered through a therapeutic relationship.
Provide direct, client care and supervision to clients in the live-in program.
Ensure that client records are maintained as per agency standards and in accordance with privacy policies and legislation.
Ensure that administrative duties are completed within required timeframes.
Effectively utilize communication systems to convey client and program related information.
Maintain responsible oversight of agency finances and assets.
Maintain adequate upkeep of the physical plant and property (interior and exterior).
Assist with meal preparation as required.
Represent the Agency in a professional manner when dealing with families, external professionals, general public and community partners.
Perform other duties as required

What You Bring to the Team

University or College degree and/or diploma in Child & Youth Work and/or Bachelor of Social Work.
Some relevant experience, preferably in congregate care child and youth work.
Demonstrated understanding of the complex issues and challenges facing our clients.
Good communication skills – verbal and written
Good administration and computer skills.
Able to work well as part of a team
Valid “Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour” certification.
Valid “First Aid/CPR” certification
Completion of required suicide prevention and intervention training.
Ontario G driver’s license, and comfort driving agency vehicle, considered an asset.

What Will Set You Apart

Demonstrated experience in the youth justice sector considered an asset.
Appreciation of the importance of engaging youth and families from a strength-based relationship-based approach.
Sensitivity to, and ability to work with, a diverse client and staff group.
Ability to demonstrate an anti-oppression approach to practice and work from a client-centered, anti-racism, harm reduction, and trauma informed approach is required.
Demonstrate knowledge of issues affecting marginalized communities, policies, legislation, programs, and other issues related to scope of practice and social determinants of health.
Experience working with diverse and marginalized communities, including ethno-cultural and religious groups, LGBTQSS+ youth and youth adults, those impacted by poverty and those involved in youth justice.

This is a collective bargaining unit position with CUPE Local 3501

WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If contacted in relation to an employment opportunity, please advise our People & Culture representatives at [email protected] of the accommodation measures required. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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About the Company

WoodGreen Community Services

Delivers social services, housing, employment

WoodGreen Community Services offers a broad range of social supports to Toronto residents, including housing resources, health care, seniors’ programs, support for neurodiverse people and their caregivers, financial counselling, employment services, child care, and settlement services for immigrants and refugees. It delivers these through interdisciplinary teams and partnerships that coordinate access to housing, health, education, and employment, helping clients navigate barriers and build skills. As one of the largest social service agencies in Toronto, WoodGreen differentiates itself by co-designing services with clients and the community and by serving as a United Way Anchor Agency connected to a broader network. Its goal is to empower individuals and communities to overcome barriers, improve well-being, and gain independence and opportunity.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Toronto, Canada
Founded: Not listed

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