Dilico Anishinabek Family Care·Thunder Bay District, Ontario
The Youth Wellness Worker provides daily therapeutic support and care for youth within a 24-hour home setting. They collaborate with a clinical team to ensure program delivery aligns with the agency's philosophy for the holistic wellbeing of youth and families.
4 - Permanent full time
Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON
Closing Date: AUGUST 25, 2026
Competition #: 1622
Under the direction of the Youth Intensive Treatment Services Manager, the Youth Wellness Worker will ensure daily needs of youth in care of the program are met by actively providing daily therapeutic opportunities in the twenty-four hour home setting. The Youth Wellness Worker is responsible to work collaboratively with the clinical team to ensure program delivery is consistent with the philosophy, approach, goals and learning environment established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care, which will ensure the cultural, social, emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing of children/youth and their families.
Hours of Work: 36 hours per week
Please apply directly at https://www.dilico.com/careers/ [https://www.dilico.com/careers/]
As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people.
Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care: 200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6
TF +1 855 623 8511 | T +1 807 623 8511
Candidates should ideally hold a degree in Indigenous Learning or Social Work, or a related diploma with three years of experience working with Anishinabek youth. Requirements include a valid driver's license, a clean criminal record check, and the ability to be certified in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.
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Market context
In Ontario, Youth Wellness Worker roles are often tied to community-based youth support, mental health, and culturally grounded services, so demand can be steady where programs serve Anishinabek youth. These positions are competitive because employers look for both formal education and direct experience, along with a valid driver’s license, a clean record check, and readiness for Therapeutic Crisis Intervention certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant youth work and Indigenous community experience.