Job Description

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday

, October 8, 2025,

for the

Early Childhood Development Worker

with

Child & Youth Health, Wellbeing

. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search.

NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB

SUMMARY:

The Early Childhood Development Worker reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Program Supervisor - Child and Youth Health Team.





The Early Childhood Development Worker delivers Early Childhood Development (ECD) services in Six Nations Community Elementary Schools, in collaboration with partners within the Six Nations of the Grand River Community. To provide individual and small group support in collaboration with Child and Youth Health Team. To provide supports throughout the year to infants/children 0-6 years and their families in collaboration with programs under the Child and Youth Health portfolio and community partners.

Type

Full-time

Closing Date

October 8, 2025

Hours of Work

35 hours per week

Wage

Minimum $49,500 per annum





A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Registered Early Childhood Educator or Early Childhood Educator Equivalency as set by the College of Early Childhood Educators. Must have a minimum of six months demonstrated ability in providing early interventions in the lives of children and their families.

OR


Successful completion of a recognized Child and Youth Care Diploma Program with at least 3 years of experience working directly with children and families Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing. Possess a Class G License Current Standard First Aid including CPR Level C

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1: Online

Please visit: My Job Search to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.

Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
+ Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

+ Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.

+ Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out to Sydney Lewis, Human Resources Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext. 5755 or via email at hrbp4@sixnations.ca.

Method #2: GREAT

- Applications must include all of the following:

Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.

Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.

Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

Early Childhood Development Worker

- Full-Time - 154-25-4

c/o Reception Desk



Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)



P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court



Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Program Supervisor - Child and Youth Health Team.

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

To deliver Early Childhood Development (ECD) services in Six Nations Community Elementary Schools, in collaboration with partners within the Six Nations of the Grand River Community.



To provide individual and small group support in collaboration with Child and Youth Health Team.



To provide supports throughout the year to infants/children 0-6 years and their families in collaboration with programs under the Child and Youth Health portfolio and community partners.

KEY

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Functions:

Provides advocacy for client referrals and works collaboratively with school staff to complete and submit referrals to Child and Youth Health and/or Community partners Supports successful transitions for children entering or returning-to-school, in collaboration with families and school staff Works collaboratively with school staff and the Child and Youth Health team to design and implement Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in the classrooms Maintains a current record on each client; including a Plan of Care and adheres to all privacy requirements for electronic charting Follows procedures for initiating, monitoring, and discontinuing service when appropriate Develops and implements individual and group programming for children to build developmental skills at home and school Supports children on an individual basis when a referral to ECD is received. Assists the Program Supervisor in annual program evaluations Supports the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Coordinator in connecting families that require service and serves as a liaison with Six Nation Schools.

Communications Functions:

Provides community education through in-service sessions, programming, and presence at community events Provides client/family education and training Communicates relevant information and updates regularly to parents/legal guardians Maintains clear communication with school staff and has good working relationships with teachers. Assists in delivering culturally appropriate curriculum for Six Nations Elementary Schools, under the guidance of the Program Supervisor Co-ordinates program activities with school administrators, professional staff, and other relevant community agencies Collaborates with the Early Childhood Development team in the delivery of client care Participates in program development and accreditation activities Attends meetings as required: staff meetings, committee meetings, and community partner meetings. Ensures all incidents are appropriately reported Wears a Six Nations Elected Council identification badge.

Administrative Functions

:


Submits monthly reporting of stats and yearly reports to the Program Supervisor Completes and submits: leave forms, travel forms, performance appraisals and work plans in accordance with Six Nations Elected Council policies and procedures Ensures proper filing of documents electronically and /or hardcopy Ensures that the Early Childhood Development Program services are consistent with agency and program philosophy, policies and procedures. Assists Program Supervisor in maintaining an up-to-date inventory of program supplies and reports and disposes of any damaged property. Assumes responsibility to maintain good standing with regulatory bodies

Other Functions

:


Performs other job-related duties as may reasonably be required by the Early Childhood Development worker. Provides support for the Six Nations Emergency Measures Plan by ensuring awareness of the Emergency Measures Plan and assistance as instructed by the Director of Health Services

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work requires physical activity and mental stress; requires working inside/outside; requires travel; requires extensive interactions with the public, who at times may be hostile of irate; subject to interruptions, deadlines and unscheduled hours.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

With the Child and Youth Health Program Supervisor

Receives direction, guidance, encouragement; discusses plans and priorities.

With the Child and Youth Clinical Lead

Receives guidance; discusses plans and priorities or interacts to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively.

With Other Staff

Promote courtesy, co-operation and teamwork with all staff.

With External Agencies

Represents and promotes Six Nations interests relative to Health Services, maintains awareness of legislative policy and program changes; seeks to develop sound, professional working relationships.

With the Public

Represents and promotes the health service interests of Six Nations; works in a courteous, co-operative, positive and proactive manner, provides information as requested.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Minimum Requirements:


Registered Early Childhood Educator or Early Childhood Educator Equivalency as set by the College of Early Childhood Educators. Must have a minimum of six months demonstrated ability in providing early interventions in the lives of children and their families.

OR


Successful completion of a recognized Child and Youth Care Diploma Program with at least 3 years of experience working directly with children and families Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing. Possess a Class G License Current Standard First Aid including CPR Level C




Other Related Skills:


Knowledge of childhood development, trauma-informed care, strengths-based approach, theories of counselling and counselling techniques; assessment methods and practices; classroom management techniques; universal design for learning; nutrition; evaluation techniques and human resource management i.e. reality therapy, domestic violence, substance abuse, death and dying, family dynamics, parenting skills, crisis intervention, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder etc. Knowledge of the Indian Act (with specific reference to education), and Child and Family Services Act (with specific reference to First Nations) an asset. Previous experience facilitating Parenting Education, Anti-Bullying Prevention, conflict resolution, and anger management (for children) an asset. Teaching experience and/or teaching certification an asset. Knowledge of Iroquois language, culture and history an asset. Computer skills in Microsoft Office Word & Excel, Outlook and Electronic Medical Records. Good knowledge of the Six Nations Community and highly sensitive to Six Nations culture.

IMPACT OF ERROR:

Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relation, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation being given to the Director of Health Services, Human Services Committee, Six Nations Elected Council, Government Agencies and the public.

CONTROL:

Guiding principles set by Health Services Department and Six Nations Elected Council. Works within the administrative policies and procedures established by the Six Nations Elected Council for the Health Services Department and other legislation provided by the respective governments.