EXT ESP Temporary Child and Youth Worker

As one of the area’s largest employers, Bluewater District School Board has approximately 3,700 permanent and casual employees who serve 18,900 students and their families across 8,673 square kilometres within Bruce and Grey Counties on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

Come to Bluewater to experience the trails, sandy beaches, meandering rivers, and welcoming communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

The Child and Youth Worker support staff and students in school community by providing information and learning opportunities such as building knowledge about mental health, promoting mentally healthy habits, social emotional learning, and the creation of a safe, supportive and inclusive environment.

One (1) Temporary Full-Time (1.00

FTE) Child and Youth Worker

as soon as possible and ending May 14, 2027 or earlier if incumbent returns or circumstances change.

Bluewater District School Board Education Centre, Chesley

Summer Kueneman, Clinical Manager

The child and youth worker will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to support the social emotional learning (SEL) of staff and students throughout the district.

• Support staff and students in schools by providing information and learning opportunities such as building knowledge about mental health, promoting mentally healthy habits, social emotional learning, and the creation of a safe, supportive and inclusive environment
• Design and support student behaviour tracking documentation
• Implementation of strategies to support students with social-emotional and/or behavioural needs with attention on communication, personal management, and social skill acquisition in order to meet classroom expectations and remove barriers to education
• Organize and implement student group learning opportunities related to social emotional learning
• Provided feedback to team regarding student strengths and needs
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators on developing mental health literacy lesson plans
• Contribute to the development of Positive Behaviour Safety Plans and Strategies for a Successful Day when applicable
• contribute to developing and implementing preventative programs to foster healthy school environments in collaboration with other professionals, families, and the community
• provide classroom-based education and initiatives to promote the development of student emotional and social well-being in order to reduce learning barriers and support BWDSB students with safe and optimal learning opportunities
• Maintain confidential files and records
• Other duties as assigned.

• A three-year college diploma in child and youth worker or child and youth care, or an equivalent three-year college diploma/university degree with a focus on child and youth studies
• At least one year of relevant experience working with youth is preferred
• Behaviour Management System training certification or a willingness to become certified

• Familiar with tier one, evidence-based mental health supports as referenced by School Mental Health Ontario
• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Access to a reliable vehicle
• Eligible to work in Canada
• Clean Vulnerable Sector Police Check

Questions regarding this position can be directed to:

Summer Kueneman

Clinical Manager

Bluewater District School Board

351 1st Ave. N, Chesley, Ontario

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.