#2024-062 | Family Support Worker – Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe

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Date: August 8, 2024
Position: Family Support Worker
Status: Full-Time, FTE 1.0, Permanent
Hours of Work*: *Monday – Friday: 8:45am – 5:00pm
Department: Early Learning & Parenting
Job Posting No.: #2024-062
Reports to: Program Manager – MIK – Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe
Closing Date: August 22, 2024 at 4:00pm
Union: CUPE – Community
Hourly Rate: $23.673-$27.445/hr
*These hours can vary depending on operational requirements of the program
*Mount Carmel Clinic operates out of multiple locations; you may be required to work in other areas

Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application. Preference given to Indigenous candidates.

All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Adult and Child Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill and ability required for position.

Please submit your application here: Mount Carmel Clinic Job Board – #2024-062 | Family Support Worker – Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe (applytojobs.ca)

This link can also be found under Employment Opportunities on our website: https://www.mountcarmel.ca/get-involved/work-with-us/#current-postings

We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & applied via link for the interview.

Qualifications

Education
ECE II/III certification with specialization in inclusion support, children with special needs or equivalent
Education/training in human ecology, child development, applied counselling or a Family Support Worker Certificate
Must have driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Service Delivery Skills, Expertise and Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working successfully with young people/children, including those with additional support needs
Experience working with families in marginalized communities and community agencies
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with families and children from diverse groups
Comprehensive knowledge of community resources for parents, families and children

Critical Skills
Proven knowledge and ability in relationship-building, facilitation, decision-making, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

Focus on Results
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve service goals and produce expected results/outcomes

Alignment with Organizational Values
Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission and values

Commitment to Reconciliation
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families

Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration
Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity and cultural awareness

MCC Philosophies
Strong knowledge, commitment and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed and community development principles in all aspects of the work

Communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computer systems

Assets
Understanding of childhood development models

Bona Fide Occupational Requirement
Gender is a bona fide occupational requirement: this position is open to self-identifying female applicants only

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