Facilitator, Supervised Parenting Services (Relief)

YWCA Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering women and children in Hamilton. This role involves facilitating and supervising family visits, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for children and parents. You will play a crucial part in maintaining high standards of care and confidentiality while navigating emotionally charged situations. With flexible hours and a commitment to inclusivity, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about social justice and have the skills to support families, we invite you to apply and be part of a team that values equity and community engagement.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Professional development opportunities

Staff fitness discounts

Childcare discounts

Recreation discounts

Qualifications

• Completion of 2 years’ college in Social Work, Sociology or Child and Youth or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in social services or related field.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates and supervises visits and exchanges between families and children.
• Records observations and maintains a safe, child-friendly environment.
• Manages critical incidents and adheres to policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Feminist Perspective

Knowledge of Family Law

Knowledge of Domestic Violence

Education

2 years college in Social Work, Sociology or Child and Youth

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are dedicated to strengthening women’s and girl’s voices, broadening their choices, building dynamic leadership and providing essential services that promote safe, inclusive and equitable communities.

Position Description

Job Code:R1-MSA-2024

Department: Supervised Parenting Services

Start Date: TBD

Posting Date: Ongoing Position

Reports to: Supervisor, Parenting Services

Location: Hamilton, ON

Hours of Work: 0-14 hours per week

Facilitates and directly supervises visits and exchanges between visiting parties and children both in person and virtually. Records factual observation notes while maintaining a safe, neutral and child-friendly environment.

• Responsible for the facilitation and documentation of all visits and exchanges in a safe, neutral, child friendly environment for all regularly scheduled visits/exchanges or virtual access in both the Family Access and Access Alternatives Program;
• Manages critical incidents related to their family file and intervenes as necessary;
• Adheres to the Standards and Best Practices set out by the Ministry of the Attorney General and YWCA Hamilton’s policies and procedures;
• Adheres to Access Alternatives policies and procedures;
• Point of contact for staff regarding client issues, support and feedback;
• Debrief with co-facilitators around any concerns;
• Completes Critical Incident Forms as required;
• Assists parents at check in, provides receipts, and manages cash flow for the designated file (e.g. visit fees, late fees, etc.);
• Supervises child participants at all times and monitors the safety of all visitations and activities and responds immediately to rectify any safety concerns, escalating to Supervisor, Supervised Access Services as required;
• Conducts child/parent orientations both in person and virtually as required;
• Analysis of broad problems generally of an operating or specialized nature requiring the development of solutions;
• Maintains a clean and tidy work and visitation environment;
• Maintains high level of confidentiality when working with sensitive and personal client, and employee information;
• Creates a written record of factual observations made during the visit and/or exchange;
• Nurtures and forms meaningful internal and external working relationships and partnerships;
• Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;
• Works at Family Access Center and Access Alternative Programming as required;
• Performs other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works up to 14 hours per week;
• Often works in emotionally charged and hostile situations requiring resolution;
• May be scheduled to work remotely to conduct virtual access;
• Work schedule includes evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Completion of 2 years’ college in Social Work, Sociology or Child and Youth or equivalent;
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in social services or related field;
• Knowledge of family law and Child and Family Services Act is an asset;
• Knowledge of domestic violence and its impact on families is an asset;
• Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;
• Must have current Standard First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain at own cost;
• Ability to bring a feminist, anti-racist/anti-oppressive perspective to work;
• Ability to work a schedule which includes evenings and weekends;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Bilingual English/French or other language is preferred.
  

YWork for us?

At YWCA Hamilton , we are intentional about fostering a workplace culture that values positive physical and emotional well-being through our values of Inclusivity, Equity, Community, Self-determination, and Accountability. We invest in our employees so that we can bring our values into the communities in which we live. We offer our employees:

• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
• Staff fitness, childcare and recreation discounts
• Opportunities to get involved in our community
• A competitive total rewards package

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, and families every day, we would love for you to join our team!

As part of YWCA Hamilton’s commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disAbilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please inform us of any accommodation requests.

Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please Note:Personal information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities only in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Only applications from individuals eligible to work in Canada will be considered.