In-Home Parent Support Specialist

Lac La Ronge Indian Band; Sucker River; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lac La Ronge Indian Band is seeking a compassionate Parent Support Worker to help improve health outcomes for pregnant women and families with infants and young children. The role focuses on culture, role-modeling and healthy teachings by linking community resources; it requires strong organization and flexibility.

The worker will provide in-home support, advocate for families, and collaborate with health care professionals to deliver programs and services in the community.

Qualifications

• ECE certificate or combination of education and experience.
• GGK curriculum training is an asset or willingness to obtain.
• Certified First Aid & CPR and Safe Food Handling required or willing to obtain.
• Personal experience as a parent or caregiver of infants/young children is an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Experience working with First Nations Communities an asset.

Responsibilities

• In-home support for families with children aged 0–6 using a strength-based approach.
• Teach health promotion topics to individuals and groups.
• Assist the Community Health Nurse to deliver programs and services.
• Advocate, refer and liaise for families.
• Collaborate with health care professionals and plan workshops.
• Develop awareness materials and administer the nutrition coupon program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Cree language ability

Education

Early Childhood Education Certificate

Grade 12

GGK Curriculum training

First Aid & CPR certification

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Lac La Ronge Indian Band is seeking a compassionate Parent Support Worker to help improve health outcomes for pregnant women and families with infants and young children. The role focuses on culture, role-modeling and healthy teachings by linking community resources; it requires strong organization and flexibility.

The worker will provide in-home support, advocate for families, and collaborate with health care professionals to deliver programs and services in the community.