Foster Family Support Worker

Foster Family Support Worker

Location: Guelph, Kitchener/Waterloo, Dufferin County, Cambridge, Brampton, and surrounding areas

Agency: Satori Homes Inc. – Licensed Foster Care Agency, Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services

About Us

Satori Homes Inc. is a private foster care agency that provides therapeutic support in family-based settings, to children and youth (ages 0–18+). Our mission is to create safe, nurturing, and growth-oriented environments where young people can heal, thrive, and reach their full potential.

Position Summary

The Foster Family Support Worker (FFSW) plays a key role in supporting children/youth and their foster families through therapeutic and practical supports, both in the home and in the community. Reporting to Satori management, the FFSW is a vital member of each child’s Care Team and actively contributes to their Plan of Care.

Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle, as travel across multiple regions is required. (A company vehicle may be available for some transportation tasks, though not for travel to and from scheduled shifts.)

Why This Role May Be Right for You

You’re passionate about supporting vulnerable children and adolescents.

You bring creativity, patience, confidence, and a sense of humour to challenging situations.

You thrive both independently and as part of a team.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support in foster homes and the community, including:
• Goal-based work with children/youth
• Transportation to therapeutic/recreational programming
• Support for family access visits
• Caregiver relief
• Act as a supportive resource and advocate for foster parents and children/youth.
• Participate in Care Planning, Plan of Care, and Treatment Team meetings, offering input on areas such as education, recreation, social skills, clinical needs, and transitions.
• Identify and support the professional development needs of foster parents.
• Collaborate and network with community partners to strengthen available supports.
• Assist with documentation and reporting (e.g., Plans of Care, Incident Reports, Admission/Discharge notes, Medical logs).
• Maintain program standards and participate actively in team meetings, supervision, and planning sessions.
• Perform administrative duties at Head Office as required.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

Degree/diploma in Child and Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Studies, Social Work, or a related field.

Equivalent qualifications with minimum 3 years’ direct experience working with children/youth may be considered.

Strong understanding of:

• Child/adolescent development
• Trauma and its impact
• Child and youth mental health
• Knowledge and experience in crisis prevention and intervention strategies.
• Familiarity with community resources and ability to build effective partnerships.
• Flexible, adaptable, and resilient in dynamic situations.
• Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Important: Most shifts occur on evenings and weekends (outside of school hours). Please apply only if you are available during these times.

Salary & Benefits

Starting hourly rate: $25.00/hour (includes $3.00 Ontario government permanent wage enhancement).

Opportunity for full-time employment for those able to work full-time hours and demonstrate consistent capability in the role.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.

Join a developing and evolving agency where your contributions will help shape the future of our services.