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Weekend Support Worker

Job IDED-BD-51-91-6A-34
CompanyNative Child And Family Services Of Toronto
LocationToronto
ProvinceOntario
Date Posted2024-03-27
Posted Until2024-05-31
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategorySocial Services
Description
Location: Various Housing Locations hiring.

Position: Unionized

Classification: Contract Part-Time

*9 Positions.

Summary:

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto strives to provide a life of quality, well-being, caring and healing for our children and families in the Toronto Indigenous Community. We do this by creating a service model that is culture-based and respects the values of Indigenous people, the extended family, and the right to self-determination and through the integration of holistic, culturally based prevention services that are child centred, family focused, and community driven.

The Weekend Support Staff are responsible for overseeing the Transitional Houses. This position requires the relief staff to monitor and assist the residents in accordance with Native Child and Family Services policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist the residents with day-to-day functioning and routines of the household in a very pro-active fashion.
Oversees the safety and security of the house by ensuring the residents adhere to the house rules and expectations.
Provides support and information / resources as needed to the residents while on duty.
Meets with the house mentor, case managers and other relief staff to debrief and pass on all pertinent information both written and verbal with respect to what transpired during the shift.
Maintains all files and documentation as per NCFST policies, procedures and guidelines.
Works co-operatively with all NCFST departments to ensure quality care of the residents.
Assists with meal planning and preparation.
Communicates with all residents and colleagues in a respectful manner at all times.
Adheres to strict confidentiality, and all protocols and procedures with respect to job performance.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:

A Post-Secondary diploma in the social service field from an accredited College.
Minimum of one (1) year direct experience in the social work field (preferably in a transitional/group home environment).
Alternatively an equivalent combination of education and experience in Indigenous family and children issues in a child and family wellbeing context.
Extensive knowledge of the history and culture of Indigenous Peoples including First Nation, Metis, and Inuit.
Ability to provide an acceptable Child Welfare Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).
Have current CPR and First-Aid certification or willing to complete prior to commencement of employment.
High level of knowledge of Indigenous culture and the issues facing young Indigenous women, children and men.
Knowledge of the resources available for Indigenous peoples with respect to issues such as homelessness, addictions and mental health.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Able to function as an effective member in a team environment.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to accept clear direction and feedback from supervisor.
Demonstrated understanding, and commitment to, integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Mission and values in to practice, service and relationships.
Demonstrated understanding of workplace Health and Safety practices and understanding of an employee's responsibility under current legislation.
Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, to maintain effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity and build strong internal relationships.
NCFST requires all employees, contractors, students, and volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, absent of a valid medical exemption or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Human Rights Code of Ontario.

We thank you for your interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Salary$21.41 per hour 14 Hours per week
LanguagesEnglish
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