This is a temporary, grant-funded position providing leave coverage until January 31, 2027.
Applications must be submitted in PDF or Word format only to [email protected]
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the FCSS Assistant Manager, this is a grant-funded position that offers education and support to caregivers to increase their capacity to create safe, responsive, and nurturing environments and encourage healthy child development. This role will involve: developing and presenting workshops; liaising with local, regional, and provincial partners; offering one-on-one support to caregivers; and offering education and resources to families.
WORK RESPONSIBILITES
- Facilitate and deliver group-based educational sessions to families around topics such as effective parenting, building healthy families, and supporting children’s development
- Deliver one-on-one support to families to help them work through challenges or develop skills with resources such as the Positive Parenting Program, Kids Have Stress Too, etc.
- Prepare information and resources to assist in the facilitation and delivery of caregiver education presentations, including research and handouts
- Use online and social media platforms to promote healthy families, including the creation of original content
- Work with external and internal agencies to connect with families at different public settings (e.g. events, indoor playground, schools)
- Operate the Hinton Family Centre as required
- Liaise with external agencies and volunteers to obtain resources, speakers, and expertise to offer additional programs and supports to families
- Reports all minor and major accidents, problems and disturbances, incidents, and site damage to the FCSS Assistant Manager and ensure all appropriate forms are filled out accurately and completely
- Complete, maintain, and act in compliance with safety documents (including Job Hazard Assessments, Safe Work Practices, Hazard Identification Forms, and other tools)
- Complete and maintain confidential casework files for client contact
- May be assigned a role within the Emergency Social Services for Disaster Services
QUALIFICATIONS
- Certificate or training program related to human services, early childhood education, and/or facilitation
- Education relevant to facilitation is preferred
- Minimum 1 years of work experience working with children and families
- Satisfactory background screening is required for this position including a Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Welfare Check
- Valid First Aid and CPR-C Certificate
- A Class 5 Driver’s License with a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
SKILLS & ABILITES
- Knowledge of the community and challenges facing families in Hinton and area is an asset
- Ability to deliver, plan, and organize needs assessments
- Ability to facilitate programs, projects, and special events
- Effective interpersonal skills and a strong customer service focus on dealing with other staff, volunteers, agencies (local and provincial), customers, and the public
- Proven discretion with a good understanding of confidentiality requirements under existing legislation
- Advanced communication skills, including experience in public speaking and facilitation of workshops
- Proven time management and organizational skills
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, Canva)
- A high degree of personal initiative
- Tolerance and understanding of differing family lifestyles and culture
- Integrity, reliability, and diplomacy in work methods and work relationships
- Sound judgment in a constantly evolving environment
- Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently
- High energy, self-starter
WORKING CONDITIONS
Details pertaining to the physical demands of the position can be found in the Physical Demands Analysis with Health & Safety.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Ensure the Town of Hinton health and safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices are followed in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
Pay: From $28.74 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
