Position Type: Part Time
Hours of Work per week: Up to 24 hours
Salary range: $22.44 to $26.13 per hour
The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) is currently providing a shift premium of $3.00 per hour in addition to the regular pay for this role. Please note that this premium is not guaranteed. Strides Toronto will continue to offer the premium only while MCCSS funding remains in place.
Benefits: We offer generous group employee benefits which includes:
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Comprehensive health, dental, vision coverage and EAP
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Life and disability insurance
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Defined Contribution Pension plan with employer matching
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Generous paid time off (Vacation, Sick and Float days)
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Pregnancy/Parental leave top-up
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Access to employee perks and discounts
Union Position - This position is represented by OPSEU local 567.
ABOUT US
Strides Toronto Support Services (“Strides Toronto”) Strides Toronto is a multi-service agency supporting infants, children, youth and young adults from birth to age 29, and their families, primarily across east Toronto. We offer community-based, residential and treatment programs—including mental health counselling, autism services, early intervention, day treatment, education, outreach and community support—using a client-centered, evidence-informed approach. Since 2015, Strides Toronto has served as Toronto’s Lead Agency for Infant, Child and Youth Mental Health, partnering with 21 core service providers to provide system leadership, citywide planning, coordinated service delivery and program alignment. Strides Toronto also leads initiatives with broader reach, including Help Ahead and the HOPE Strategy across Toronto and One Stop Talk/Parlons Maintenant and the Provincial Youth Outreach Worker Program across Ontario.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is an existing vacancy for one (1) part-time permanent Live-In Treatment Awake Overnight Workers who are assigned to the AHT program and provide overnight supervision and support within a trauma-informed, Live-In Treatment environment for female-identified survivors of sex trafficking and/or sexual exploitation, ages 12–17 as well as completing designated household tasks, administrative duties and contributing to operational tasks as requested to support the program.
The Anti-Human Trafficking (AHT) Live-In Treatment program operates 24 hours per day, 365 days per year and offer continuous care and supervision to youth with complex needs.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
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Monitor the program cellphone for real-time alerts regarding planned or unplanned guest entry to the physical site, ensuring appropriate verification, documentation, and activation of risk mitigation protocols when necessary
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Client checks as determined by program and client needs (ex. Suicide watch).
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Remaining in appropriate proximity where clients sleep (i.e., bedrooms).
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Household cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing and organizing and preparation for the following day.
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Complete required administrative duties.
THE “MUST HAVES”
The following education, professional memberships and knowledge are a requirement for this role:
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Relevant education and experience – Diploma in relevant program.
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A minimum of 1 year of experience working as a CYW/ CYC with youth who have complex needs (e.g., experience supporting youth with histories of homelessness, substance use, significant trauma, and/or mental health challenges) is preferred.
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Awareness of the role of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) in the workplace and within the community being served by the position.
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An understanding of anti-black racism, anti-oppressive/anti-racism perspective in the context of the social determinants of health.
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Ability to recognize and identify situations where incidents of imbalance of power and privilege may occur and can result in possible negative impacts.
THE ‘NICE TO HAVES’
While not required, preference will be given to candidates with the following:
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CYCP education would be an asset.
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Work experience and/or lived experience related to childhood sexual exploitation, trafficking, or gender-based violence is considered an asset.
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Previous experience in a Live-In Treatment setting is considered an asset.
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Certified in First Aid / CPR is an asset, and training in Crisis Management and knowledge of Crisis Management and Intervention Models.
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Functional computer and client information system knowledge.
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Fluency in another language(s), including sign language.
BEFORE STARTING WITH US
As our work puts us in direct contact with youth and vulnerable persons in our community, with health and safety as a priority, the successful candidate must complete or obtain the following before commencement of their employment:
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A Broad Record police check (BRC).
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A positive police check does not automatically disqualify an applicant for a position with Strides Toronto. The Police Check will be reviewed and evaluated for the purpose of making a decision on suitability for employment in relation to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position being filled.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
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We provide a competitive Group Health Benefits and Pension Plan.
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We provide opportunities for growth and professional development.
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We are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive environment where our diverse team members and clients can thrive.
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We have a collaborative and supportive Senior Management Team.
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We set high standards for performance, client outcomes, and implement best practices, which are demonstrated through our accreditation with the Canadian Centre for Accreditation.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your demonstrated education, certification (if applicable), working and related volunteer experience and how you meet specific requirements for this position, and any additional considerations you deem appropriate. The application deadline is July 22, 2026.
Strides Toronto is an equal opportunity employer. We benefit from diversity of lived experiences in the workplace and encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Strides Toronto is a participant in the Government of Canada’s 50-30 Challenge, a program which challenges organizations to improve access for women and/or non-binary people and other equity-deserving groups, including those identifying as: racialized, Black, and/or people of colour, people with disabilities (including invisible and episodic disabilities), 2SLGBTQ+ and/or gender and sexually diverse individuals, and Aboriginal and/or Indigenous Peoples to increase the representation and inclusion of diverse groups within their workplace.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Strides Toronto’s own policies, requests for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process.
This Anti-Human Trafficking Live-in Treatment program will provide 24/7 care to girls who have experienced gender-based violence and sexual exploitation, as such this position will prioritize applicants who identify as women or non-binary.
This posting is made in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code and specifically Section 24(1) of the Code.
We thank all applicants however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
