Family Resource Worker

Our Children, Our Future; Gore Bay; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Children, Our Future is seeking a Family Resource Worker to support the EarlyON Child & Family Centre and Family Resource Program initiatives in Gore Bay, Ontario. The role involves delivering high-quality, family-centred programs, building strong relationships with children and families, and coordinating community resources while upholding our mission and values.

You will respond to community requests, ensure safe and inclusive environments, and collaborate with partners to strengthen local

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education with current good standing registration in the College of Early Childhood Educators; OR
• Diploma or degree in Child & Youth Care, Social Service Work, Human Services, or related field, with relevant experience.
• Current Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (within 6 months)
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Food Handlers (or willingness to obtain)
• Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid Ontario class “G” driver’s license, with a clear driver’s abstract and access to a reliable vehicle (required).

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the EarlyON Centre and Family Resource Program initiatives.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, family-centred early learning programs.
• Build strong and supportive relationships with children, families, and community partners.
• Respond to individual and community requests for services and support.
• Ensure up-to-date knowledge of community resources and safe, inclusive program environments.
• Uphold the mission and values of OCOF/Nena.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Program planning & facilitation

Community partnerships

Experience with families in vulnerable

Education

ECE diploma with CCE registration

Diploma/degree in Child & Youth Care or related field with experience

Job description

The Family Resource Worker (FRW) supports the daily operations of the EarlyON Child & Family Centre and Family Resource Program initiatives. The FRW develops, delivers, and evaluates high-quality, family-centred early learning programs and builds strong, supportive relationships with children, families, and community partners. This position contributes to community development, responds to individual and community requests for services and support, ensures up-to-date knowledge of community resources, ensures safe and inclusive program environments, and upholds the mission and values of OCOF/Nena.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) with current good standing registration in the College of Early Childhood Educators; OR
• Diploma or degree in Child & Youth Care, Social Service Work, Human Services, or related field, combined with relevant experience.
• Current Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (within 6 months)
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Food Handlers (or willingness to obtain)
• Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid Ontario class “G” driver’s license, with a clear driver’s abstract and access to a reliable vehicle (required).

Experience

• Experience working with young children and families, including those experiencing poverty, vulnerability, or social barriers
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development, family systems, pre- and post-natal care, and early learning principles
• Experience planning and facilitating programs for children ages 0–12
• Familiarity with the Sudbury-Manitoulin region and community resources