HIPPY Home Visitor

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Truro; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary YMCA membership toHealth

Access to Y at Home virtual fitness

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. in Truro, NS invites applications for the HIPPY Home Visitor position. This part-time, seasonal role supports newcomer families through a structured preschool curriculum, with weekly home visits and group activities.

Immediate start date and up to 20 hours per week. Access to YMCA benefits included. Responsibilities include delivering the HIPPY curriculum, recruiting eligible families, conducting weekly visits, and coordinating with a HIPPY Coordinator, while maintaining records

Qualifications

• Newcomer to Canada and legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Parent of a three-, four-, or five-year-old child (preferred).
• Resident of the targeted community.
• Functional oral and written communication skills, including strong reading ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, etc.).
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of the newcomer settlement process.
• Familiarity with community programs and services that support families.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience working in cross-cultural environments.
• Experience in outreach work.
• Demonstrated discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information.
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours when required.
• ValidNova Scotia Driver’s License and reliable vehicle (essential).

Responsibilities

• Deliver the HIPPY curriculum to participating families.
• Recruit eligible newcomer families into the program.
• Conduct weekly home visits (including make-up visits when required) using role-play activities.
• Support the planning and facilitation of parent group meetings.
• Participate in weekly in-service training and staff development activities.
• Keep the HIPPY Coordinator informed of child/family progress and emerging concerns.
• Complete and submit required reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Participate in sponsored HIPPY activities (field trips, graduations, etc.).
• Support record-keeping systems and complete data entry related to program operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Independent & collaborative work

Cross-cultural experience

Outreach experience

Flexible hours

Valid NS Driver’s License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location:Truro, NS and surrounding area
Position:HIPPY Home Visitor
Position Status:Part-Time, Seasonal (up to 20 hours per week)
Compensation:$21.53 per hour
Start Date:Immediately

There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in usto shine.

Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charityexists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages and socialisolation to mental health challenges and access to wellness.

Today, our network spans 100+ program locations across HRMand the province, responding to urgent community needs through mental healthsupports, accessible childcare, newcomer settlement support, safe spaces foryouth, employment readiness programming, wellness services, andcommunity-building for older adults.

We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space todiscover their inner strength. When someone knows they have unconditionalsupport, they realize they can achieve more than they thought possible. Yoursupport, expertise, and guidance help people ignite their full potential andbuild vibrant, healthy communities.

As part of your total compensation, you will receive:

• ComplimentaryYMCA membership to Health & Fitness facilities
• AccesstoY at Homevirtual fitness programming

About the Program

The HIPPY program supports newcomer families by introducinga structured, parent-led preschool curriculum designed to prepare children forschool success. Through weekly home visits and group meetings, Home Visitorsempower parents with the skills and confidence to guide their child’s earlylearning and development.

In this role, you will:

• Deliverthe HIPPY curriculum to participating families
• Recruiteligible newcomer families into the program
• Conductweekly home visits (including make-up visits when required) usingrole-play activities
• Supportthe planning and facilitation of parent group meetings
• Participatein weekly in-service training and staff development activities
• Keepthe HIPPY Coordinator informed of child/family progress and emergingconcerns
• Completeand submit required reports and documentation in a timely manner
• Participatein sponsored HIPPY activities (field trips, graduations, etc.)
• Supportrecord-keeping systems and complete data entry related to programoperations

Education and Skills Qualifications:

• Newcomerto Canada and legally eligible to work in Canada
• Parentof a three-, four-, or five-year-old child (preferred)
• Residentof the targeted community
• Functionaloral and written communication skills, including strong reading ability
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, etc.)
• Strongtime management and organizational skills
• Knowledgeof the newcomer settlement process
• Familiaritywith community programs and services that support families
• Abilityto work independently and collaboratively
• Experienceworking in cross-cultural environments
• Experiencein outreach work
• Demonstrateddiscretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information
• Flexibilityto work outside regular business hours when required
• ValidNova Scotia Driver’s License and reliable vehicle (essential)

All successful candidates must provide a Criminal RecordCheck, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Register Check (dated within 6months), if 18 years of age or older. Background checks are reviewedindividually and assessed in relation to the role and Child Safeguardingrequirements.

Funding Disclaimer

Please note that this position is dependent on confirmed program funding. While we are optimistic about continued funding, adjustments to hours, contract length, or program delivery may occur should funding levels change.

Equity & Inclusion Statement

At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a diverse,inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued,respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We believediverse perspectives strengthen our organization and enhance our ability toserve our community.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds,including Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour; racially diverseindividuals; 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals; gender-diverse people; persons withdisabilities; members of ethnic minorities and faith groups; foreign-bornresidents; and veterans.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process,please inform us in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.