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Description

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Location: Pilot Butte, SK                
Position: Full-Time Permanent
Posting Closing Date: July 19, 2022

The Houseparent focuses on providing a nurturing, comforting, and safe environment within the residential setting.  The Houseparent maintains the household standards for cleanliness, nutrition, and the effective use of the household budget.  The Houseparent is integral in providing the environment that allows vulnerable persons with complex needs, behavioural issues, developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, and/or other related issues to feel safe, calm, and cared for.

Education and Professional Certification
Completion of a high school diploma.
Senior matriculation with specialized courses in food handling, cooking, or communication classes is an asset.

Experience
One (1) year of experience cooking for large groups (i.e. in a family setting).
Experience working with children, youth, and/or adults with behavioural, cognitive, mental health, and/or developmental challenges is an asset.

Skills and Characteristics
Strong cooking and baking skills.
Knowledge of the Canada Food Guide.
Understands individualized meal planning for specialized dietary requirements.
Understands budget and allocation of resources.
Ability to clean and maintain a household.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to work alone.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to form genuine relationships.
Emotional competence and self awareness.
Ability to display empathy, patience, and understanding in day-to-day interactions.
Accepting approach towards children, youth, and adults with diverse needs.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Open to continuous education and learning and development opportunities.
Basic computer proficiency.