Amherst, Ns Child and youth Jobs – 2 Openings This Week

Child and Youth Care Worker
MacDonald People Resources —Amherst, NS
- $24–$27 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with children
- First Aid Certification
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Child and Adolescent Clinical Therapist Location: Lunenburg, NS.
Compassionate Connections Therapeutic & Consulting Services —Nova Scotia
- $190 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Child and Youth Care Worker

MacDonald People Resources
Amherst, NS

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time
13 days ago

Skills

CPR Certification
Experience working with children
First Aid Certification
Social Work
Driving Licence

Full job description

Youth Care Worker – Job Overview

As a Youth Care Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the safety, development, and well-being of children and youth with complex emotional, behavioural, and social needs. Working within a trauma-informed, client-centered framework, you will provide supervision, mentorship, and care in a structured setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Build positive relationships with youth through consistent, respectful, and supportive interactions
Implement daily routines, individual care plans, and behavior support strategies
Promote the development of life skills, emotional regulation, and positive peer relationships
Facilitate recreational, educational, and cultural programming
Maintain accurate documentation, incident reports, and daily logs
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including social workers, educators, and health professionals
Uphold safety protocols and support crisis intervention when needed

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience or education in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or a related field
Strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills
A nonjudgmental and empathetic approach to care
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Valid First Aid/CPR, clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector, and a valid driver’s license (asset)

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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