Internal External-2627-01-1.0 FTE Interim Replacement Child and Youth Worker
- Northwest Catholic District School Board
- Ontario
- Jul 23, 2026
Job Description
THE NORTHWEST CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
The Northwest Catholic District School Board is committed to equitable, inclusive and accessible employment practices.
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
This position is for an existing vacancy ⊠ This posting is for a newly created position □
Date of Posting: July 22, 2026
JOB POSTING
1.0 FTE Interim Replacement Child and Youth Worker
St. Mary School and Our Lady of the Way School
Posting Number: 2627-01
Applicant Group: CUPE Members & External applicants
Hours of work: 35 hours/week
Start Date/Duration: September 1, 2026 to December 18, 2026, with the possibility of an extension
Hourly Rate of Pay: $38.03 per hour, as per Schedule "A" of CUPE collective agreement (September 1, 2025)
Qualifications/Requirements:
• See attached position description.
Salary/Benefits:
• In accordance with the current CUPE collective agreement.
• We also offer a comprehensive and generous benefit package, including personal leave, vacation (dependent on position) and enrollment into the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension plan.
Application Process:
Internal applicants are required to:
• Submit an internal application form (G-01-12) For reference purposes, the Principal will be contacting each
applicant's current and if applicable, former supervisor(s).
External applicants are required to:
• Complete the Board's employment application (G-01-10) and submit it along with a cover letter, resume and three
(3) professional references.
Please submit completed application package to the Human Resources Department at hrdepartment@tncdsb.on.ca.
Notes:
• This position will be advertised until 3:30 pm on Wednesday, August 5, 2026
• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
"TNCDSB Schools of Hope provide all students a safe, respectful and inclusive Catholic education. Together, with home,
church and community, we will prepare students to become active, caring, lifelong learners." Kathy Bryck, Board Chair Jackie Robinson, Chief Executive Officer
Position Description Page 1 Child and Youth Worker
THE NORTHWEST CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
POSITION DESCRIPTION
CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER Title: Child and Youth Worker
Reports to: Principal/Mental Health Lead
Supervises: Not applicable
Location: As assigned Position Identification: School Support
Position Summary:
In accordance with the Board Special Education Plan, support students who require extensive social,
emotional and behavioural assistance. This position assists with the development of programming for
students, provides support, behaviour management strategies and social or life skill instruction.
Position Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Mental Health Lead and Principal, the incumbent works in partnership
within the school as a whole, interacting with other staff members of the school, parents and professional or social service agencies. When required, the incumbent will serve as a Board resource to other schools and students within the Board.
The Child and Youth Worker must be an excellent communicator with the ability to apply a variety of
communication techniques. The ability to follow oral and written directions, multi-task, maintain confidential information and organize work time effectively is required. The Child and Youth Worker is
required to have a good understanding of managing and preventing aggressive behaviours. The Child and
Youth Worker must have excellent supervisory skills. Good problem solving and judgement skills are required. The incumbent must be able to exercise sound, independent judgment and discretion in
carrying out the requirements of the job. The Child and Youth Worker must be flexible in order to
accommodate changing needs and schedules of students. A good understanding of school policies,
procedures and emergency plans is required. The Child and Youth Worker is required to work with safety in mind at all times. The incumbent is required to participate in and deliver Board professional development when required.
Position Description Page 2 Child and Youth Worker
Position Duties: • Works in partnership with outside agencies at the discretion of the Mental Health Lead and in
conjunction with the School Counsellors and the Multi-Disciplinary Team.
• Provides support and implements proactive strategies to high needs behaviour students by providing programming to children who are dealing with a wide range of social, emotional or behavioural challenges.
• Facilitates social emotional learning in each classroom, using Board approved classroom
interventions.
• Facilitates nutrition break programming.
• Provides both preventative and intervention support.
• Works with groups of students to teach life skills, behaviour, social and coping skills.
• Focuses on in-class presentations (i.e. self-esteem, social skills, anti-bullying, mindfulness,
healthy lifestyles).
• Prepares reports and maintains records pursuant to the policies, procedure and legislation.
• Works in collaboration with the Autism and Positive Behaviour Support Lead to develop programs specific to each child.
• Assists school staff to develop and implement safety plans to ensure the safety for all.
• Communicates student needs and progress to appropriate individuals.
• Attends meetings and case conferences as required.
• Abides by applicable legislation, Board policies and procedures with respect to access, use or
disclosure of student and Board information.
• All other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
The incumbent works in a classroom environment and/or throughout the school with frequent exposure to behaviourally difficult students, interruptions, noise, colds and viruses. The Child and Youth Worker is
occasionally exposed to inclement weather, mucus, vomit and other bodily fluids. The Child and Youth Worker is occasionally required to use CPI interventions including lifting, blocking, restraining and
observing.
Qualifications: This position requires a Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, with the completion of a three
(3) year Diploma in Child and Youth Care. CPI training, First Aid Certification and experience supporting children with autism is required. The incumbent must be able to plan and work to achieve department goals and desired outcomes. A minimum of one (1) year experience is required.
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APPROVED POSITION TITLE: Child and Youth Worker APPROVED BY DATE: July 15, 2026 TOTAL JOB EQUITY POINTS: -
SALARY RANGE: as per the CUPE Collective Agreement
JOB STATUS: Full time WORK SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday (35 hours/week)
The Northwest Catholic District School Board is committed to equitable, inclusive and accessible employment practices.
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
This position is for an existing vacancy ⊠ This posting is for a newly created position □
Date of Posting: July 22, 2026
JOB POSTING
1.0 FTE Interim Replacement Child and Youth Worker
St. Mary School and Our Lady of the Way School
Posting Number: 2627-01
Applicant Group: CUPE Members & External applicants
Hours of work: 35 hours/week
Start Date/Duration: September 1, 2026 to December 18, 2026, with the possibility of an extension
Hourly Rate of Pay: $38.03 per hour, as per Schedule "A" of CUPE collective agreement (September 1, 2025)
Qualifications/Requirements:
• See attached position description.
Salary/Benefits:
• In accordance with the current CUPE collective agreement.
• We also offer a comprehensive and generous benefit package, including personal leave, vacation (dependent on position) and enrollment into the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension plan.
Application Process:
Internal applicants are required to:
• Submit an internal application form (G-01-12) For reference purposes, the Principal will be contacting each
applicant's current and if applicable, former supervisor(s).
External applicants are required to:
• Complete the Board's employment application (G-01-10) and submit it along with a cover letter, resume and three
(3) professional references.
Please submit completed application package to the Human Resources Department at hrdepartment@tncdsb.on.ca.
Notes:
• This position will be advertised until 3:30 pm on Wednesday, August 5, 2026
• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
"TNCDSB Schools of Hope provide all students a safe, respectful and inclusive Catholic education. Together, with home,
church and community, we will prepare students to become active, caring, lifelong learners." Kathy Bryck, Board Chair Jackie Robinson, Chief Executive Officer
Position Description Page 1 Child and Youth Worker
THE NORTHWEST CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
POSITION DESCRIPTION
CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER Title: Child and Youth Worker
Reports to: Principal/Mental Health Lead
Supervises: Not applicable
Location: As assigned Position Identification: School Support
Position Summary:
In accordance with the Board Special Education Plan, support students who require extensive social,
emotional and behavioural assistance. This position assists with the development of programming for
students, provides support, behaviour management strategies and social or life skill instruction.
Position Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Mental Health Lead and Principal, the incumbent works in partnership
within the school as a whole, interacting with other staff members of the school, parents and professional or social service agencies. When required, the incumbent will serve as a Board resource to other schools and students within the Board.
The Child and Youth Worker must be an excellent communicator with the ability to apply a variety of
communication techniques. The ability to follow oral and written directions, multi-task, maintain confidential information and organize work time effectively is required. The Child and Youth Worker is
required to have a good understanding of managing and preventing aggressive behaviours. The Child and
Youth Worker must have excellent supervisory skills. Good problem solving and judgement skills are required. The incumbent must be able to exercise sound, independent judgment and discretion in
carrying out the requirements of the job. The Child and Youth Worker must be flexible in order to
accommodate changing needs and schedules of students. A good understanding of school policies,
procedures and emergency plans is required. The Child and Youth Worker is required to work with safety in mind at all times. The incumbent is required to participate in and deliver Board professional development when required.
Position Description Page 2 Child and Youth Worker
Position Duties: • Works in partnership with outside agencies at the discretion of the Mental Health Lead and in
conjunction with the School Counsellors and the Multi-Disciplinary Team.
• Provides support and implements proactive strategies to high needs behaviour students by providing programming to children who are dealing with a wide range of social, emotional or behavioural challenges.
• Facilitates social emotional learning in each classroom, using Board approved classroom
interventions.
• Facilitates nutrition break programming.
• Provides both preventative and intervention support.
• Works with groups of students to teach life skills, behaviour, social and coping skills.
• Focuses on in-class presentations (i.e. self-esteem, social skills, anti-bullying, mindfulness,
healthy lifestyles).
• Prepares reports and maintains records pursuant to the policies, procedure and legislation.
• Works in collaboration with the Autism and Positive Behaviour Support Lead to develop programs specific to each child.
• Assists school staff to develop and implement safety plans to ensure the safety for all.
• Communicates student needs and progress to appropriate individuals.
• Attends meetings and case conferences as required.
• Abides by applicable legislation, Board policies and procedures with respect to access, use or
disclosure of student and Board information.
• All other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
The incumbent works in a classroom environment and/or throughout the school with frequent exposure to behaviourally difficult students, interruptions, noise, colds and viruses. The Child and Youth Worker is
occasionally exposed to inclement weather, mucus, vomit and other bodily fluids. The Child and Youth Worker is occasionally required to use CPI interventions including lifting, blocking, restraining and
observing.
Qualifications: This position requires a Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, with the completion of a three
(3) year Diploma in Child and Youth Care. CPI training, First Aid Certification and experience supporting children with autism is required. The incumbent must be able to plan and work to achieve department goals and desired outcomes. A minimum of one (1) year experience is required.
Position Description Page 3 Child and Youth Worker
APPROVED POSITION TITLE: Child and Youth Worker APPROVED BY DATE: July 15, 2026 TOTAL JOB EQUITY POINTS: -
SALARY RANGE: as per the CUPE Collective Agreement
JOB STATUS: Full time WORK SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday (35 hours/week)
Location Name
St. Mary School
About Northwest Catholic District School Board
Who We Are
The Northwest Catholic District School Board (TNCDSB) serves the communities of Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Stratton, Atikokan, and Fort Frances to Rainy River. Our Communities span over 12,000 square km of Northwestern Ontario. We serve approximately 3000 students across 5 schools and teach kindergarten through grade 12. TNCDSB provides Catholic education while adhering to the Ontario Ministry of Education requirements. We offer a variety of programs including special education programs, French immersion, Indigenous education initiatives, and extracurricular activities.
Our Schools
- Our Lady of the Way School
- Sacred Heart School
- St. Joseph's School
- St. Mary School
- St. Partick's School