Weekend Support Worker

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto seeks a Weekend Support Worker for part-time roles across multiple locations. This position involves assisting residents in transitional housing, ensuring their daily routines and safety. Candidates should have a diploma in social services and relevant experience, particularly with Indigenous communities.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits Package

Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement and Savings Plan

Learning and Development opportunities

Generous Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year direct experience in the social work field.
• Extensive knowledge of the history and culture of Indigenous Peoples.
• Ability to provide an acceptable Child Welfare Check.

Responsibilities

• Assist the residents with day-to-day functioning and routines.
• Oversee safety and security of the house.
• Provide support and information to residents.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team member skills

Education

Post-Secondary diploma in social service field

Job description

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Native Child and Family Services of Toronto provided pay range

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Base pay range

CA$21.89/hr - CA$21.89/hr

Weekend Support Staff

Weekend Support Staff

Hours: 14 Hours per week (Saturday's and Sunday's)

Rate: $21.89 per hour

Location: Multiple Sites Hiring in Toronto

Position: Unionized

Classification: Contract Part-Time

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, (NCFST) strives to provide a life of quality, well-being, caring and healing for our children and families in the Toronto Indigenous Community. We do this by creating a service model that is culture-based and respects the values of Native people, the extended family, and the right to self-determination and through the integration of holistic, culturally based prevention services that are child centered, family focused, and community driven.

At Native Child, we are guided by our purpose: Honoring Our Roots, Embracing Our Future. We are inspired to be and do our best, recognizing the profound impact we have on our communities, our people, and our shared heritage. Our commitment to preserving and celebrating Indigenous culture drives us to be a leading force in our region. Here, you are welcomed into an inclusive and supportive environment that values each individual's contributions and fosters collective success.

Why You’ll Love It At Native Child

• Competitive Benefits Package, tailored to meet your needs, including health and dental coverage, life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Retirement and Savings Plan that provides you with the opportunity to build and add value to your savings.
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your professional growth.
• Maternity leave top-up
• Generous Paid Vacation and Days-off
• A Culturally rounded environment celebrating our roots
  
  

Ready to make an impact?

The Weekend Support Staff are responsible for overseeing the Transitional Houses. This position requires the relief staff to monitor and assist the residents in accordance with Native Child and Family Services policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist the residents with day-to-day functioning and routines of the household in a very pro-active fashion
• Oversees the safety and security of the house by ensuring the residents adhere to the house rules and expectations
• Provides support and information / resources as needed to the residents while on duty
• Meets with the house mentor, case managers and other relief staff to debrief and pass on all pertinent information both written and verbal with respect to what transpired during the shift
• Maintains all files and documentation as per NCFST policies, procedures and guidelines
• Works co-operatively with all NCFST departments to ensure quality care of the residents
• Assists with meal planning and preparation
• Communicates with all residents and colleagues in a respectful manner at all times
• Adheres to strict confidentiality, and all protocols and procedures with respect to job performance
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications, Knowledge And Skills

• A Post-Secondary diploma in the social service field from an accredited College
• Minimum of one (1) year direct experience in the social work field (preferably in a transitional/group home environment)
• Alternatively an equivalent combination of education and experience in Indigenous family and children issues in a child and family wellbeing context
• Extensive knowledge of the history and culture of Indigenous Peoples including First Nation, Métis, and Inuit
• Ability to provide an acceptable Child Welfare Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)
• Have current CPR and First-Aid certification or willing to complete prior to commencement of employment
• High level of knowledge of Indigenous culture and the issues facing young Indigenous women, children and men
• Knowledge of the resources available for Indigenous peoples with respect to issues such as homelessness, addictions and mental health
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Able to function as an effective member in a team environment
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to accept clear direction and feedback from supervisor
• Demonstrated understanding, and commitment to, integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Mission and values in to practice, service and relationships
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace Health and Safety practices and understanding of an employee’s responsibility under current legislation
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, to maintain effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity and build strong internal relationships
  
  

To Apply, Please Provide

Current resume and Cover letter outlining how you how meet the qualifications of the role

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, NCFST will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

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  Entry level

Employment type

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