Job Description

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT (ECD) KIKOSEWIN

Job description

The Family Resource Network offers a wide range of cultural programming for children and their families, aligning with both the principle-based practices and the Well-being and Resiliency Framework (2019). Bent Arrow's Centre or Hub will provide prevention and early intervention support to Indigenous and Non-Indigenous families in Alberta--particularly in North/East/Central Edmonton. Although the Centre will have an Indigenous focus, any families can receive service. The Centre will offer home visitation, dad engagement, parent education and support, relentless connectors, and youth support.

Responsibilities

Programming of children's workshops and groups Work with other facilitators in supporting parent/child groups and workshops Provide information and current research to parents and community partners Help families connect to partner agencies, services and supports Facilitating parenting and family groups Administering developmental screening tools Researching and supplying child development information to parents Teaching and coordinating development, health, nutrition etc. groups for parents Record activities, outcomes and registration on database Provide childcare for center activities as needed Develop and facilitate interactive activities with children and their families
Qualification Requirements

Significant preference will be given to applicants with a clean driving record of at least 5 years who can be approved to drive the company passenger van for off-site programs. Knowledge of the Indigenous culture and language is an asset. Human Services degree or diploma; equivalencies will be considered. Experience with providing support to children Ability to model and promote healthy parenting such as communication, conflict management, problem solving, and behavior management. Parenting facilitation training will be considered an asset Strong interpersonal skills with good oral and written communication. Must provide a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector and Intervention Record Check (within a 6-month period from date of completion).
Salary and Benefits

Salary plus monthly auto allowance Paid sick and wellness days after 3 months' probation (pro-rated) Extended Health Benefit (50/50 cost sharing) after 6 months' employment. Working approximately 34.5 hours per week
How to Apply

You can send your cover letter and resume to HR@bentarrow.ca

Salary: $44,650.00 - $46,882.50 annually

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,650.00-$46,882.50 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Work Location: In person