Child Care Case Aide

Job summary

The Child Care Case Aide provides hands-on support to children, youth, and families by assisting with daily care, transportation, and supervision. They also maintain accurate documentation and facilitate participation in cultural events and community services.

Job details

Position Title: Child Care Case Aide Department: Child Welfare Location(s): Moosonee, Moose Factory, Cochrane, Kapuskasing, Timmins, or other designated service sites Reports To: Services Supervisor – Child Welfare (or designate) Job Class: Team Member Salary Structure: TMG08 – Team Member Grid 08 TEER Level: 2 NOC Code: 42201 Unionized: No Purpose of the Role The Child Care Case Aide supports front-line Child Welfare staff in meeting the day-to-day needs of children, youth, and families involved with Payukotayno. This role provides hands-on assistance, transportation, supervision, and culturally appropriate caregiving to support child well-being and safety within both agency care and family-based settings. The Case Aide plays an essential role in ensuring children’s care aligns with their cultural identity, spiritual teachings, and family connections, in accordance with community-based practice and Nation law. Core Responsibilities 1. Child-Centered Support * Assist with the daily care of children and youth in agency care, Customary Care, or kin placements * Provide support during supervised visits, case planning meetings, or transitions * Offer culturally safe, respectful caregiving aligned with the child’s identity and care plan 2. Transportation and Escort * Transport children, youth, and families to appointments, visits, and services as required * Maintain logs of travel, contacts, and care provided in accordance with agency protocol * Support safety and emotional wellbeing during travel and transitions 3. Supervision and Observation * Provide one-on-one or group supervision in the community, homes, or agency settings * Observe and document behaviors, interactions, and concerns to support caseworkers * Communicate observations promptly to assigned Protection Workers or Supervisors 4. Logistical and Administrative Support * Assist in preparing and delivering basic needs such as clothing, food, school supplies, or cultural items * Help organize visitation spaces, transportation schedules, and appointment tracking * Maintain accurate documentation and follow confidentiality requirements 5. Cultural and Community Engagement * Support children’s participation in cultural events, ceremonies, or traditional teachings * Collaborate with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community members as guided by program leads * Promote land-based healing and language use where appropriate Required Qualifications and Experience * Secondary school diploma or equivalent required * Post-secondary coursework in Child and Youth Care, Social Services, or Early Childhood Education is an asset * Prior experience working with children, youth, or families in Indigenous communities preferred * Familiarity with the principles of child welfare, trauma-informed care, and cultural safety * Ability to remain calm, responsive, and respectful in fast-changing or emotionally complex situations Conditions of Employment * Satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening * Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle * Willingness to travel between sites and work flexible hours as needed * Physical ability to lift, support, and safely supervise children when required Our Hiring Commitments Payukotayno is committed to Indigenous-led services, Nation-based healing, and culturally safe workplaces. We encourage applications from First Nations individuals, especially those from Treaty 9 communities and affiliated Nations. We honour both formal qualifications and cultural/lived knowledge as valid experience. We are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from all qualified persons, including those identifying as Two-Spirit, non-binary, LGBTQ+, francophone, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. Accommodations are available throughout the application process. AODA Statement (for postings only) In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Payukotayno will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.

What you’ll do

The Child Care Case Aide provides hands-on support to children, youth, and families by assisting with daily care, transportation, and supervision. They also maintain accurate documentation and facilitate participation in cultural events and community services.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a secondary school diploma and have the ability to work in emotionally complex situations. A valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening are required.

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Child Welfare
• Case Management
• Transportation
• Supervision
• Caregiving
• Trauma-informed Care
• Cultural Safety
• Documentation
• Communication
• Crisis Intervention
• Community Engagement
• Logistical Support

Job areas

• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector

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