Msit Mijua’ji’jk Home Visitor

Sipekne; Indian Brook; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Sipehne in Nova Scotia invites applications for the Msit Mijua’ji’jk Home Visitor, a full-time term role focused on delivering culturally sensitive programs for families. The position supports healthy pregnancies, parenting skills, and early learning for infants and toddlers, with a strong emphasis on community engagement and collaboration with the Family Well Being program.

The role requires at least a Grade 12, a post-secondary diploma in relevant fields, and one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Post-secondary diploma in Early Childhood Development, Education, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience.
• Knowledge of maternal/infant health, parenting education, and early childhood development.
• Experience with home visits and managing family caseloads.
• Cultural awareness of First Nations communities in Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supportive relationships with parents and primary caregivers using program tools.
• Conduct weekly home visits with pregnant mothers and families with infants up to three years old.
• Provide guidance on positive parenting and daily living activities.
• Engage parents to participate in group activities and set goals.
• Coordinate home visits and ensure culturally appropriate practices.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Home visits

Caseload management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Post-secondary diploma in Early Childhood Development/Education/Related

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Career Opportunity

Msit Mijua’ji’jk Home Visitor

(Full-time, Term)

Closing:

November 9, 2026

Anticipated Start Date:

As soon as possible

Salary Range:

$62,500 Annually

General Description

Under the Sipekne’katik Family Well Being Director and Program, The Msit Mijua’ji’jk Home Visitor is responsible for delivering programming to families in a culturally sensitive manner, to promote and facilitate healthy pregnancies and enhance parenting capacity and early learning opportunities for infants and toddlers.

The Msit Mijua’ji’jk program builds upon community strengths and cultural context to enhance parenting and early learning opportunities which is known to result in better child health, well-being, and learning outcomes for children at school entry and life. Recognizing parents/caregivers as the first and best teachers of their young ones, The Msit Mijua’ji’jk program empowers parents and caregivers, offering tools and support to uplift families.

Responsibilities

Family Support, Home Visiting, and Positive Parenting 40%

• Develop and maintain supportive relationships with parents and primary caregivers, using conversations and learning activities from the Msit Mijua’ji’jk Toolbox to respond to family circumstances, infant and toddler interests, and developmental stages.
• Conduct weekly home visits with pregnant mothers and/or families with infants under six months of age, continuing visits until the child reaches three years of age.
• Provide guidance and support to families in promoting positive parenting practices and managing activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Encourage parent and caregiver involvement by creating opportunities for participation and supporting families in setting and achieving goals.
• Promote healthy, culturally appropriate practices that support the well-being of both parents and children.
• Engage with parents and guardians to arrange and coordinate home visits.

Parent and Caregiver Engagement and Group Programming 20%

• Attend and actively engage with parents and guardians during group events and program activities.
• Identify, plan, prepare, and deliver educational, wellness, and informational sessions that respond to the needs, interests, and preferences of families.
• Promote culturally inclusive and responsive support through information sharing, community engagement, and program promotion.
• Encourage parents and caregivers to participate in group activities and access available family support opportunities.

Service Navigation, Referrals, and Community Resources 10%

• Maintain knowledge of community and regional services, interventions, referral protocols, and the roles and scopes of service providers.
• Assist parents and caregivers in identifying and accessing appropriate community resources and support services.
• Make appropriate referrals to public and private agencies and service providers, obtaining informed consent where required.
• Provide information about available community resources and ensure appropriate follow-up on referrals.
• Facilitate family participation in services and interventions as needed to support positive outcomes.

Interdepartmental Collaboration and Team Coordination 10%

• Work collaboratively with other departments, particularly the Housing and Social Department, to ensure families have access to appropriate services.
• Promptly communicate urgent home safety concerns relating to the structure of a residence to the Housing Manager.
• Collaborate with the FWB Supervisor, Early Intervention team, director, and colleagues to identify and address the needs of children, families, and communities.
• Coordinate services and programming to promote a collaborative approach, minimize duplication, and ensure families receive appropriate support.
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to team planning, communication, and service delivery.

Records Management, Data Collection, and Reporting 10%

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in accordance with applicable records and information management standards.
• Ensure client information and data are collected, maintained, accessed, and used appropriately and consistently with their intended purpose.
• Collect and maintain data that supports the assessment of program effectiveness and meaningful outcomes for children and families.
• Complete and submit monthly statistical reports in accordance with program requirements.

Professional Development and Training 5%

• Participate in professional development workshops, training sessions, and other learning opportunities as approved or required.
• Apply relevant knowledge and skills to strengthen service delivery and support positive outcomes for children and families.

Other Duties 5%

• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned or requested by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience/Skills

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Post-secondary diploma in Early Childhood Development, Education, or Related field preferred; experience with infants, toddlers, and families in First Nations communities.
• Minimum 1 year experience.
• Child development knowledge: Strong understanding of maternal/infant health, parenting education, and early childhood development.
• Community Programming; Skilled in planning and leading events, workshops. And learning opportunities for young parents, babies, and caregivers.
• Cultural Awareness; Knowledge of educational, social, and cultural issues affecting First Nations in Nova Scotia; cross-culture sensitivity required.
• Home Visits & Outreach: Experience with home visits and ability to manage family caseloads independently and effectively.
• Teamwork & Independence: Works well both independently and as part of a collaborative team; capable to problem-solving and prioritizing tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional and calm demeaner with ability to respect the confidentiality of others.
• Ability to lead by example in maintaining a positive attitude and friendly demeanor.
• Knowledgeable and familiar with the Community of Sipekne’katik.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and general office equipment.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Check required
• Must be in good standing with child welfare for at least 5 years
• Must have a valid drivers’ license, reliable insured vehicle
• Drivers abstract

Working Conditions

• 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm with a one-hour unpaid lunch and two 15-minute breaks.

Benefits

This position comes with a variety of benefits including Sick, Personal and Vacation Leave, Health, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance, an Employee & Family Assistance Program and employer matched Pension Plan.

We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. The Band will not assume any expenses related to any job application process, included but not limited to travel, relocation, and application development. Please note certain positions come with mandatory employee benefits.

Only those applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted.