Caregiver

COMPETITION #                         2024-133

NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE         42201

POSITION TYPE                           PERMANENT, FULL-TIME

OVERVIEW: The Caregiver provides a direct role in providing nurturing care for children and young people from 0 - 18 years of age through customary, kinship or alternative care arrangements. You are supported by a multi-disciplinary team of helpers who will assist you in delivering the highest standard of care.

 CAREGIVER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide the day-to-day primary responsibilities of caring for children in a nurturing and wholistic manner, ensuring that medical, physical, emotional, cultural and educational needs are supported.
• Offer a supportive and understanding environment for children who have had complex and adverse experiences.
• Support children in accessing services and implementing strategies focused on their healing and wellness, including those services available through Shawenim Abinoojii and partner First Nations organizations.
• Provide care with compassion, patience, and empathy, understanding the unique needs and experiences of each child.
• Serve as a positive role model and advocate for the well-being of the children in your care.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming home environment, provide appropriate clothing, and adhere to Regulations and e Guidelines set out by our First Nations communities and governing bodies.
• Participate in the assessment and case planning for the short and long-term care plans for the child.
• Complete and submit required service documentation, including daily logs and incident reports.
• Advocate for and nurture family and community connection by building and supporting healthy and collaborative relationships with family and community.
• Maintain strong communication with your team to provide a healthy environment that yields positive results for the children, young people and their families.
• Attend all requisite training provided by or offered through Shawenim Abinoojii Inc.

WHAT YOU BRING AS A CAREGIVER:

• Demonstrate experience in raising children and supporting their wellbeing and success.
• Knowledge and/or understanding of First Nations experiences, culture and traditional philosophies.
• Knowledge of Anishinaabe family systems.
• Compassionate, patient and empathetic to the needs of children and families.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to speak Anishinaabe is preferred and considered an asset.
• Understanding of various social, psychological, and physical health needs.
• Ability to transport children safely to and from appointments, visits and other destinations as required.
• Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record (Vulnerable Sector Check), Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact check are mandatory.

Please send a cover letter and a resume to employerrep@abcentre.org.

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