Child and Caregiver Support Worker, 1 FTE-24-month contract, Pembroke
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CHILD AND CAREGIVER SUPPORT WORKER
Department: Resources
Accountability: Supervisor
Location: Pembroke, ON
Family & Children’s Services of Renfrew County is a multi-service agency committed to providing preventative, protective and socially inclusive services and programming that empower and strengthen everyone. We are focused on cultivating a team-oriented work environment where everyone thrives. Our goal is to develop and strengthen collaborative partnerships to increase availability, accessibility and quality of care to our communities. Our agency commitments include: moving forward Anti-Oppressive Practice, French Language Services and working alongside Indigenous Communities.
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Provide direct care and supervision to children and youth in the home and community to support skill development and provide respite to caregivers.
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Assist children and caregivers in implementing recommendations from medical professionals, therapists, psychologists, and educational teams in consultation with Child Protection Workers and Child and Youth Services Workers/Kin Service Workers.
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Provide transportation and supervision to appointments, school related activities, and recreational programming where aligned with care plans.
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Support children and youth during challenging transitions (for example school to home, home to activities, and daily routines) by implementing and modelling effective coping strategies.
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Assist children and youth in developing age-appropriate daily living skills, including personal care, social skills, and independent functioning.
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Deliver education and training to caregivers and community partners related to the needs of children in care, including trauma, attachment, and behavioural responses.
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Participate in Plan of Care meetings and support the implementation of identified goals and interventions.
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Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship building skills
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Ability to respond effectively to crisis situations and apply de-escalation techniques
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Demonstrated ability to coach, model, and teach caregiving and behavioural strategies
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Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
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Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
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Ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment
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Commitment to strength based, trauma informed, and attachment focused practice
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Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic service environment
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Ability to travel as required and access to reliable transportation.
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Post-secondary diploma in Child and Youth Care, Early Childhood Education, Social Service Worker, or a related social services field. A background in psychology, behavioural sciences, or child development is considered an asset.
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Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.
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Work is performed in a variety of settings including client homes, community locations, and office environments.
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The position requires flexibility in scheduling, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
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The work involves managing complex situations, including exposure to crisis, behavioural challenges, and emotionally demanding circumstances
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The nature of the role requires ongoing adaptability to meet the individual needs of children, youth, and caregivers
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Regular travel within the county is required, with access to reliable transportation. Out-of-county travel may also be required.
SALARY: $46,144 – $60,507
Child and Family Support Worker Grid (pending Pay Equity Review)
A new position
