One-on-One Child Support Worker

Nexgen HR Services; Sechelt; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The One-on-One Child Support Worker position within the shíshálh Nation Child Care Program provides individualized care, guidance, and support to a designated child. You will collaborate with parents, educators, and support services to develop a personalized plan that promotes safety, well-being, and cultural identity.

You will incorporate shíshálh Nation teachings and language, advocate for the child’s needs, and maintain confidentiality while completing administrative tasks and attending team

Qualifications

• Autism Spectrum Disorder knowledge and/or training; knowledge of complex behaviours.
• Familiarity with BC Child Care Licensing Regulation.
• Knowledge of early care and learning theories, best practices and inclusive programming.
• Knowledge of needs specific to First Nation populations in early care and learning.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt quickly.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Valid Criminal Record Check with clearance to work with vulnerable populations.
• First Aid Level 1 (Emergency Child Care First Aid/CPR) within 3 months; TB test.
• Must be physically able to sit, kneel, crouch and lift at least 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Help the child integrate into the regular classroom program.
• Develop strategies and interventions to support participants.
• Build a loving, stable and respectful relationship with the child.
• Help the child communicate their needs to other staff and peers.
• Create a safe and inspiring environment for the child to learn.
• Follow through with all recommendations made by therapists.
• Advocate for the child’s needs.
• Modify classroom activities to allow your student to participate.
• Facilitate small social skills groups for the child.
• Report concerns/suggestions to the team leader.
• Attend weekly team meetings.
• Complete all administrative tasks given by management and team leader.
• Complete Ages and Stages according to age.
• Work with the team leader to create an IEP for the child.
• Check the child’s development quarterly to measure progress.
• Lead teacher will discuss policy concerns with the parent/guardian.
• 1-on-1 can discuss daily activities and milestone moments with the parent/guardian.
• Must abide by the signed confidentiality agreement.
• If in doubt, consult the team leader before discussing with the parent/guardian.

Skills

ASD knowledge

Diversity of abilities

BC licensing familiarity

Early care theory

First Nation needs knowledge

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Criminal Record Check

First Aid Level 1

Physical capacity to lift 40 lb

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The Position

The One-on-One Child Support Worker provides individualized care, guidance, and support to a designated child in the shíshálh Nation Child Care Program. This position ensures the child’s physical, emotional, cultural, and developmental needs are met in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. The worker collaborates closely with parents/guardians, educators, and support services to develop and implement a personalized care plan that promotes the child’s well-being and success. The role incorporates shíshálh Nation cultural teachings, values, and language into daily care routines to strengthen the child’s sense of identity and belonging.

The Candidate:

• Helping the child integrate into the regular classroom program.
• Develop strategies and interventions to support participants.
• Build a loving, stable and respectful relationship with the child.
• Help the child communicate their needs to other staff and peers.
• Create a safe and inspiring environment for the child to learn.
• Follow through with all recommendations made by therapists.
• Advocate for the child’s needs.
• Modify classroom activities to allow your student to participate.
• Facilitate small social skills/self-esteem groups for the child.
• Report any concerns/suggestions directly to the team leader.
• Attend weekly team meetings.
• Complete all administrative tasks given by management and the team leader.
• Complete Ages and Stages according to age.
• Work with the team leader to create an IEP for the child
• Check the child’s development quarterly to measure progress.
• Lead teacher will discuss policy or procedure concerns with the parent/guardian.
• 1-on-1 can discuss daily activities and milestone moments with the parent/guardian.
• Must always abide by the signed confidentially agreement signed agreement.
• If in doubt, ask the team leader if what you’re going to discuss with the parent/guardian is appropriate.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder knowledge and/or training; knowledge of complex behaviours
• Must be able to work well with children with diverse abilities and collaborate and identify effective strategies for early intervention and case planning.
• Have a familiarity with the BC Child Care Licensing Regulation.
• Knowledge of early care and learning theories, best practices and emerging trends, social determinants of health, and supportive, inclusive, preventative programming.
• Knowledge of needs specific to First Nation populations in early care and learning
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to adapt quickly to meet children’s needs
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License, with a clean Driver’s abstract (Class 4 considered an asset)
• Valid Criminal Record Check, including clearance to work with vulnerable populations
• Valid Level 1 First Aid certificate (Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR) must be obtained within the first 3 months of employment; Immunization Record on file; a recent TB Test
• Must be physically able to sit, climb, kneel or crouch and be able to lift/move at least 40 pounds.