Healthy Family Worker

Government of Northwest Territories; Villiage of Fort Simpson; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in the Northwest Territories is seeking a Healthy Family Worker to empower families and connect them with community resources. This role involves providing one-on-one support for parents of young children, promoting healthy development and wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have a background in Early Childhood Education or Social Work, along with experience working with families. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of families in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience working with families (0-6 years).
• Understanding of impacts of addictions and family violence on children.

Responsibilities

• Empower families and build connections within the community.
• Provide family-led, one-on-one support for parents with children aged 0-6.
• Promote responsive caregiving and healthy child development.

Skills

Knowledge of community resources

Child development and parenting skills

Ability to work independently

Cross-cultural communication

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Social Work

Certificate in Early Childhood Education or Social Work

Job description

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometresof Fort Simpson.

Department Information

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

The Healthy Family Program is seeking a dedicated Healthy Family Worker to help empower families and build connections within the community. In this role, you will focus on building family strengths, offering guidance, and connecting families to cultural and community resources. You will provide family-led, one-on-one support for parents with children aged 0-6, promoting responsive caregiving, healthy child development, family wellbeing, and access to vital services.

We are looking for someone with strong knowledge of community resources, child development and parenting skills, as well as an understanding of the impact of addictions and family violence on children. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and cross-culturally with a trauma-informed, non-judgmental, and respectful approach.

To be considered for this role, you must have a Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Social Work, and a minimum of one (1) year of experience working with families (0-6 years); or equivalencies can include a Certificate in Early Childhood Education or Social Work, and two (2) years of experience working with families (0-6 years).

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families and children, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a program that builds healthier, stronger communities!

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
195 MCDOUGALROAD
BOX876
FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0
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