New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults, and Families·Winnipeg, Manitoba
Provide nurturing, trauma-informed support and mentorship to children and youth with disabilities in community-based settings. Responsibilities include leading enrichment activities, managing personal care, and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment.
New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster people’s hopes and dreams in their communities.
Child Home Services (CHS) is one of the many programs offered by New Directions. This service area offers a range of home supports (i.e., family supports, foster home, group care homes, individualized homes, independent living, mentored living) to children, youth, and families who are dealing with challenges related to the experience of trauma and/or living with a disability. Our community-based resources are designed to support connection with family and community, a sense of belonging, and provide opportunities to engage in a meaningful life.
We are seeking a high-energy, compassionate, and proactive Youth Care Worker to support children and youth in care. This role is designed for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and understands the importance of building safe, nurturing relationships with school-aged children. You won't just be supervising; you will be an active participant in their daily growth, helping them navigate social-emotional challenges through play, structure, and mentorship.
The salary range for this part-time permanent 32-hour bi-weekly position is $17.3239 to $23.3888 per hour, dependent upon education and/or experience.
The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record Check, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Check, Prior Contact Checks; and must supply a satisfactory driver’s safety rating.
The closing date for all applications is August 5, 2026
Operating a vehicle is an essential duty of this role. Candidates must hold a valid, active driver's license in good standing to be eligible for hire. Providing a copy of your license and/or your license number at this stage is voluntary. However, submitting this information upfront allows our team to verify your status, which can fast-track your application to the review stage.
We thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Unfortunately, we cannot accept telephone inquiries.
New Directions is committed to equity and diversity and especially welcomes applications from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we support and contributes to the diversification of ideas.
Accommodations for accessibility purposes are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Requires a high school diploma and at least two years of experience working with youth with intellectual or cognitive disabilities. A valid Class 5 driver's license is mandatory, and knowledge of ASD, FASD, and Indigenous cultures is highly valued.
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Market context
In Manitoba, part-time Direct Support Worker roles in community homes for children are often filled by candidates with hands-on experience supporting youth with intellectual or cognitive disabilities. This category can be competitive because employers typically look for a mix of practical care experience, a valid Class 5 driver’s license, and familiarity with ASD, FASD, and Indigenous cultures. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant youth-support experience and driving readiness.