"Because providing exceptional service depends on our united efforts, we are most effective when we work together cooperatively, respecting each other’s contribution and importance." |
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Our People
Bayfield employs a variety of professionals that collaborate to provide a unique and comprehensive wrap-around treatment program. Our team consists of people with the following professional backgrounds:
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Child and Youth Work
Social Work Psychiatry Educational Support Staff |
Foster Parenting
Psychology Behavioural Therapy Vocational Instruction |
Special Education Teachers
Human Resource Management Nutrition/Housekeeping Administrative Support |
Employment |
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Bayfield offers both full and part time employment opportunities. Full time, direct care positions are posted internally, before external applications are considered, to promote the professional development and advancement of our employees. In addition to a rewarding career that makes a significant difference in the lives of our children and youth, we provide our employees with the following benefits:
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Our Employees Enjoy:
60 hours of orientation training Regular feedback and evaluation On-going professional development A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program Work in a multi-disciplinary team environment Life and AD&D insurance 10 paid statutory holidays Meals for CYWs on shift during meal times |
Our Full-time Positions Offer:
Optional group pension plan Up to 6 weeks per year vacation 72 hours of paid annual sick leave Dental care Extended Health Benefits Prescription drug coverage Work-related Short-Term Disability coverage Extended Maternity Leave for CYW’s |
Earn Your CYW Diploma While Getting Paid to Work
Bayfield is an approved employer of the Child and Youth Worker Apprenticeship Program through the Ontario College of Trades. This apprenticeship allows Bayfield employees to earn their Child and Youth Worker Apprenticeship Certificate by completing 30 courses (totaling 960 hours) and 6240 on-the-job hours. Courses may be taken in person or online, though the online courses may allow for the process to be completed at a faster rate. Each subsidized course will cost between $50 and $100, for a total program cost of $1500 to $3000. After earning the CYW Apprenticeship Certificate, the employee may continue their education by completing 4 additional courses (at full price) and earn their Child and Youth Worker Diploma.
You may register to complete the Child and Youth Worker Apprenticeship Program at Bayfield by completing and submitting the Employment Application found on this web page. Bayfield's Human Resources Coordinator will contact you for an employment interview and, if hired, you will be assisted in registering for the apprenticeship program. Once your registration has been approved, you will need to become a member of the Ontario College of Trades. After completing this process you will be able to sign up for courses through your preferred college and begin working at Bayfield.
You may register to complete the Child and Youth Worker Apprenticeship Program at Bayfield by completing and submitting the Employment Application found on this web page. Bayfield's Human Resources Coordinator will contact you for an employment interview and, if hired, you will be assisted in registering for the apprenticeship program. Once your registration has been approved, you will need to become a member of the Ontario College of Trades. After completing this process you will be able to sign up for courses through your preferred college and begin working at Bayfield.
"We continue to learn and share our collective knowledge and experience with others through participation, research and leadership in our industry."
Placements & Practica
At Bayfield, we value our relationships with our local colleges and universities. We view student placements and practica as an opportunity to contribute to the professional development of our future employees. Bayfield regularly provides practical experiences for the following educational programs:
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Psychology
Child and Youth Care Worker Behavioural Science Social Service Worker |
Recreation and Leisure
Counseling Addictions Counseling Developmental Service Worker |
Educational Support Worker
Community and Justice Service Worker Human Resource Management Financial Administration |
You may apply to complete your placement or practicum at Bayfield by completing the Employment Application found on this page. Bayfield has been deemed an eligible employer by the Magnet Student Work Placement Program. This means that students registered in a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution (part-time or full-time enrollment in college, bachelor’s, master’s or PhD programs), that have a Work-Integrated Learning component (e.g. co-op, internship, etc.) in their program of study, may be eligible for a paid placement or practicum. For more details, please visit https://swpp.magnet.today or contact our Human Resource Coordinator.
