PFC HOUSE PARENT(S)

Northern Nishnawbe Education Council (NNEC); Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 weeks vacation

Job summary

Northern Nishnawbe Education Council (NNEC) invites applications for House Parent positions at Pelican Falls Centre in Sioux Lookout. You will supervise and care for 10–12 students, assist with cooking, cleaning, and daily living, reporting to the PFC Manager.

The role features a 4-on 4-off schedule aligned to the school calendar, with salary prorated over 26 pay periods. Applicants should have Grade 12, experience with Indigenous youth, strong communication, and a willingness to support

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education.
• Experience working in the education field with Indigenous youth is an asset.
• Thorough knowledge, understanding and sensitivity to Indigenous traditions, culture and values is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for ten to twelve students living at Pelican Falls Centre.
• Assist with cooking, cleaning and providing support to students living away from home.
• Coordinate with PFC Manager and Pelican Falls Centre staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Ontario driver’s license

Job description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

NNEC is a non-profit educational organization. Under the direction of the Sioux Lookout District Chiefs, NNEC delivers secondary and post-secondary education programs and services for First Nations people. NNEC operates Pelican Falls First Nations High School, Pelican Falls Centre, Pelican Falls Wellness Centre, Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School, Wahsa Distance Education Centre and has offices in Lac Seul (head office), Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay. NNEC welcomes applications for the following positions:

HOUSE PARENT(S)

PELICAN FALLS CENTRE, Sioux Lookout

Pelican Falls Centre and Pelican Falls First Nations High School are located on approximately 10 acres of land which is home to 180 students from our northern First Nation communities throughout the school year. The House Parent will be responsible for supervising and caring for ten to twelve students attending the Pelican Falls First Nations High School and living at one of the Centres. This will include cooking, cleaning and providing support to the students while living away from their home communities. This position will report to the PFC Manager and/or designate. This position will have a modified work schedule (4 shifts on – 4 shifts off) through the school calendar, salary will be prorated over the full year (26 pay periods).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Grade 12 education.
• Experience working in the education field, with Indigenous youth would be considered an asset.
• Thorough knowledge, understanding and sensitivity to Indigenous traditions, culture and values is mandatory.
• Must have a valid Ontario driver license, and be willing to obtain a Class “E” or “B” in order to assist with student transportation.
• Fluency in Oji-Cree, Ojibwe, or Cree is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• A cooperative attitude when working with PFFNHS staff, students and public.
• Must be self-motivated, organized and able to work both as a team member and/or independently.

SALARY:

$61,899 to $73,253

All staff are compensated 13 weeks of vacation either with vacation days, monetary compensation or a combination of both

NNEC thanks all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. NNEC requires a Criminal Record Check and/or a Vulnerable Sector Check for all positions. This advertisement is to fill existing vacancy(ies) and will remain open until filled.