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KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate and plan meetings/sessions with elders
Maintain personal timesheets/vacation/sick days.
Facilitate and supervise cultural activities under the guidance of the TCP coordinator, executive director and elder.
Ensure the proper care and safety of the children;
De-escalate situations and mediate during conflicts with families;
Respond to the emotional needs of families in crisis;
Document daily interactions;
Ensure a safe and secure environment by following policies and procedures;
Provide transportation as needed;
Maintain a high standard of health and safety procedures;
Administration and Reporting:
The TCP Family Service Consultant will report accurate and necessary information to ensure proper reporting and processes, these include:
Document incidents;
Daily shift documentation and overview;
Keep and accurate logbook of activities;
Attend staff meetings when required;
Other duties as may be required from time to time as directed by management;
Effective Communication;
Ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times;
Manage own workload and prioritize work;
Work unsupervised, recognizing ones own limitations and professional boundaries and seek appropriate assistance when needed;
Ability to work untraditional hours, may include Statutory Holidays.
Requirements:
Understanding of developmental stages and needs of children;
Demonstrated respect for children and families of various backgrounds;
Ability to set effective limits in the performance of duties;
Skills in problem solving, managing multiple demands, and responding appropriately to incidents and needs as they arise;
Current First Aid and CPR certificates;
Knowledge and experience working with families who have experienced trauma, addictions and emotional and mental challenges an asset;
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, tradition and historical trauma