Child and Youth Worker - Pediatrics

Working within the Inpatient Paediatric Unit, the Child and Youth Worker (CYW) will collaborate on treatment plans and provide support to hospitalized patients and families.

Specifically, the initial assignment will see the CYW work closely with hospitalized youth with eating disorders and their families to help meet food intake goals, provide support and guidance during meal times and contribute to treatment plans for care beyond medical stabilization. The CYW may also work with youth to help support patients and families as they work towards developing and meeting mental health goals.

The CYW will work closely with Paediatricians, Child Psychiatrists, Social Workers and Nurses to ensure that progress or delay in treatment is articulated to ensure a seamless transition between teams.