DAKOTA WICOZANI TIPI HEALTH CENTRE
2000 Dakota Drive, Dakota Tipi First Nation
(204) 857-9715
Job Posting
Jordan’s Principle Child Development Worker
TERM: Full-time permanent
POST: Dakota Tipi First Nation
SALARY: Salary & hours to be determined based on experience and availability
Job Description: The Child Development Worker provides one-on-one and group program supports to promote child/youth development. The Child Development Worker reports directly to the Jordan’s Principle Team Lead.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the well-being of clients into the program and promotes child/youth development
- Provide holistic care with compassion within the community
- Promote client independence and decision making
- Assist in their physical, social, emotional, and daily life skills development based on the seven domains of development
- Provide support to families with children with complex needs, services include respite care, crisis intervention, behaviour management, and life skills training
- Report activities and findings in regards to clients
- Collaborate with outside programs and services to ensure clients needs are met
- Other duties as deemed as necessary
Qualifications:
· Certified Health Care Aide, Early Childhood Education or Education Assistants preferred
· Two (2) years experience working with children and youth.
· Ability to work independently and as a team member
· Demonstrate excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
· Ability to apply critical thinking skills
· Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
· Knowledge and respect of the Dakota language and culture
· First Aid and CPR Certification, or willing to obtain
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
- Clear Children and Adult Abuse Registry Check.
- Must have a valid Manitoba Driver’s License and reliable vehicle as travel will be required.
- All successful candidates must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Preference given to candidates who are First Nation. Successful candidate must be able to provide references. Please email your cover letter and resume to: Holly Alston, Jordan’s Principle Team Lead at [email protected].
Deadline: September 23, 2024
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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