Job Description

Supervised or monitored visitation occurs when one parent loses custody or visitation rights to a child(ren). For that parent to see their child(ren), the courts have mandated that a supervisor or monitoring person be present during all interactions with the child(ren).

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented individual, with a Child and Youth Worker background, to join our team as a Parenting Time Supervisor in an independent contractor capacity. The successful candidate will monitor custody visitations between non-custodial parents and their child(ren).

General Availability:

Weeknights between 4:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Weekends: Saturdays and Sundays

Visit Duration

: Visits are typically between 1 - 6 hours.

Type of Employment:

Independent Contract (

*This is not a full time or permanent position

)

Compensation

: $23.50 per hour

Responsibilities & Duties:

Supervise visits of non-custodial parents with their child(ren): In-home and community settings (e.g., parks, walks, restaurants, movie theatres, etc.) Record detailed notes of visit, including debriefing with the custodial parent after the visit (i.e., notes must be detailed, well-written as they are submitted as evidence to the courts) Remain calm during emotionally charged situations and able to de-escalate conflicts Take initiative, problem solve and work with limited supervision Intervene if necessary Possess strong communication skills: verbal and written Build respectful boundaries with parents, children and authorized third party agencies or individuals Provide consultation and model age-appropriate activities and strategies to families for successful visits when requested by client Supervise visits remotely via video conferencing platforms.

Qualifications:

Experience working with children (0 - 12 years) and families

Experience writing exceptionally clear and detailed client case notes

Experience supporting confrontational and frustrated adult, child and youth clients Strong ability to think quickly, rationally and problem solve Proven ability to remain calm during emotionally-charged situations Experience working within an anti-oppression framework Experience working with families new to Canada and English language learners Knowledge of community resources Valid license and access to a vehicle Clean criminal record - Vulnerable Screening Sector (VSS) Police Clearance required Friendly and not easily offended Access to the internet and video conferencing applications (e.g., Zoom, Skype)
Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $23.50 per hour

Application question(s):

Are you available to work weekends (Saturdays and Sundays)? Are you available to work weekday evenings between 4:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.? Do you currently live in Ottawa or the surrounding area?
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

Child and Youth Worker: 5 years (required)
Language:

a second language (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

drivers licence with use of vehicle (required)
Work Location: In person