Youth Worker Out-of-Home Care Program

Empowering People. Inspiring Communities.

Position Status

We are seeking to fill a full time Youth Worker position to work in our specialized Out-of-Home Care program for young women ages 12 to 17 years of age, impacted by sexual exploitation.

• Child and Youth Worker Diploma preferred from an accredited College or University
• Candidates with the following qualifications may also be considered: H.B.S.W., B.S.W., B.A. Sociology or Psychology, Onajigawin Indigenous Services Diploma, Social Services Worker Diploma, Developmental Service Worker Diploma.
• Candidates with lived experiences may be considered as this perspective strengthens outreach and advocacy work.
• Specialized training or certifications in trauma-informed care, sexual exploitation, or related areas considered an asset.

• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and health & safety standards, applied through a trauma-responsive lens.
• Understands the harm reduction model for this specialized population.
• Demonstrated experience supporting equity-deserving youth populations, including but not limited to sexually exploited young women, 2
  
  SLGBTQIA+ youth, Indigenous and racialized youth.
• Committed to a supportive workplace culture that balances accountability with care for youth well-being.
• Knowledge of Child, Youth and Family Services Act will be an asset
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Clear Broad Records Check.
• Successful completion of Crisis Intervention certification and ability to deploy.
• Must be able to work shift work.

Current Salary range $30.74 – $37.08 per hour

• Extended health, dental, and wellness supports
• Pension Plan participation to support long-term financial security
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing training, supervision, and growth opportunities to strengthen trauma-responsive skills
• Supportive Team Culture: A workplace committed to collaboration, wellness, and shared accountability, ensuring that everyone feels empowered and supported in their work
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing training, supervision, and growth opportunities to strengthen trauma-responsive skills

If you are committed to advocacy, empowerment, and trauma-responsive care, we invite you to apply. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a skilled team while walking alongside young women impacted by sexual exploitation on their journey toward safety, stability, and growth. At Creighton, we believe in fostering a workplace where staff are valued, supported, and encouraged to thrive because strong teams create stronger outcomes.

William W. Creighton Youth Services is deeply committed to building an inclusive and representative workforce. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, members of the 2

SLGBTQIA+ community, and those with diverse abilities, cultures and lived experiences

Administration Office
1014 Oliver Road, PO Box 10632
Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 6V1
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In the spirit of reconciliation and as a gesture of respect for the Indigenous peoples whose traditional lands we occupy, William W. Creighton Youth Services acknowledges that we live work and play on the traditional territory of the Robinson-Superior Treaty of 1850, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, Anishinaabe and Metis of Treaty #3, #5, #9. To support stewardship of the land, we recognize the paramount importance of nurturing a strong relationship with our Robinson Superior, Nishnawbe Aski Nation and Treaty #3, #5 and #9 partners.