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The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association exists to support and encourage foster families through education and advocacy, helping create healthy homes, positive environments, and brighter futures for children and youth in care across the province. We are currently seeking an In Home Support Worker / Mentor to be a positive role model and assist in taking a 16 year old girl out to cultural activities and events.
Schedule & Hours:
Hours are part time and flexible, a maximum of 6 hours per week.
Key Accountabilities:
Support children and/or youths social and emotional development
Observation and documentation of daily habits, social skills and emotional well being
To organize and participate in recreational activities
To provide supervision and ensure safety of all persons at all times
To work in partnership with all families to ensure a consistent approach in dealing with behaviors is practiced
Perform other related duties as directed
Qualifications:
Post-secondary education or relevant degree/diploma in Social Work, Youth Care or Disability Support Worker; equivalent experience will be considered
To develop and maintain effective working relationships with children, supervisors and partnering agencies while maintaining strict confidentiality and appropriate boundaries
Must be able to express ideas and concepts both written and orally
A clear Criminal Record Check including the Vulnerable Sector Check that is valid from the last three (3) months
Standard First Aid and CPR
Drivers license and reliable vehicle is considered an asset
Compensation:
We offer competitive compensation, benefits, training and development opportunities.
To apply for this position please submit your resume with cover letter with In Home Support in the subject line as well as the job order # to nicole@sffa.sk.ca or fax to 306-975-1581. We appreciate all applications, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Security and Safety
- Bondable
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driving record check (abstract)