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KidsFirst Home Visitor
The KidsFirst program offers intensive Parenting and Early Childhood support for families with children prenatal to age 3.  The Home Visitor uses a strength-based family-centered approach to promote healthy parenting practices.  The Home Visitor works under the direction of the Executive Director of Family Futures, KidsFirst Home Visiting Supervisors, and the Program Manager.  The Home Visitor meets families in their homes to strengthen positive parenting practices and parent/child interactions. Extensive training is offered inclusive of but not limited to:  Growing Great Kids Curriculum, Attachment Theory, and Social Determinants of Health.
Knowledge, skills and experience in these areas would be an asset:
* Critical thinking
* Early Childhood Development
* Healthy Parenting
* Healthy Relationships
* Emotional Maturity and Compassion
* Cultural Sensitivity
* Indigenous Cultures
* Community Resources
* Computer Skills
Indigenous ancestry and languages are desirable. A Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector search is required.  A reliable working vehicle, valid driver's license and driver's abstract are required.  Evening and weekend work may be required but is not typical and very minimal.  
This job requires the individual to have the ability to transfer program materials up to 30 lbs, climb stairs during home visits and any other potential physical and environmental challenges related to this role.