Vanier·London, Ontario
The relief staff is responsible for providing supervision and care for children within residential and treatment programs. They must assume the duties of the position they are replacing to ensure consistent support and mental health care.
Child and Youth Counsellor - Relief Vanier Children’s Mental Wellness is a trusted leader in mental health care for children and youth across Southwestern Ontario.
For over 60 years, we’ve been a vital support for young people facing emotional and behavioural challenges, providing compassionate, evidence-based care that helps them grow, heal, and thrive.
As a registered charity and not-for-profit organization funded by the Ontario government, Vanier is driven by a bold mission: We deliver culturally responsive, accessible mental health services to children, youth, and families while providing system leadership and advocating to improve care in our community.
In 2014, Vanier was appointed by the Ontario Government as the Lead Agency for Child and Youth Mental Health System Management in London-Middlesex.
In this role, we lead community-wide planning to build a stronger, more responsive mental health system.
We are also proud to be accredited by CARF Canada, a recognition of our commitment to the highest standards of quality and continuous improvement in mental health care.
When you join Vanier, you become part of a passionate team that is changing lives and shaping a brighter future, one child at a time.
This casual call–in position is available to work within the residential programs – day, afternoon, nights and weekend shifts; the treatment classrooms, as required. The Relief Staff is responsible to provide supervision and care for the children within the program and to assume the duties described in the job description for the position they are replacing, excluding the primary worker responsibilities. With the completion of the “Respite Certificate”, relief staff is eligible for day respite and ‘Community Bridges’ shifts/contracts.
College diploma or university degree in child and youth work Current Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’ Current Safe Management Training Valid Driver’s license in good standing Preferred minimum of six months experience
Job Type: Casual
Relief staff are required to be available for a minimum of 12 shifts per month, must work at least five shifts You must be available for one stat over the holiday break and one other stat during the year Shift availability must be submitted 2 months in advance Shifts will be assigned according to availability and seniority 24 hours and above
Schedule: On call
Hiring Requirements: Broad Record Check (Police Check); 2-Step TB Test and Medical Clearance Required
$23.09 per hour
Benefits: Casual dress Employee & family assistance program Free on-site parking
Please note that Vanier does not use Artificial Intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants || Existing Vacancy Vanier is committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society.
As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages women, 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous persons, persons with a disability and members of visible minority groups to apply.
Vanier is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments.
If contacted in relation to this process, please advise the organization's representative of your need for accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Vanier is committed to taking every reasonable precaution to protect employees, our clients/families and the healthcare systems in the communities in which we serve.
While we appreciate your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Market context
In Ontario, behavioral-health roles are typically driven by ongoing need in community, outpatient, and support settings serving people with mental health or substance use challenges. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for experience with diverse populations plus a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor’s in social work or a related field preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant client-facing experience and readiness to work with varied needs.
