Competition No.:  2026-016 
Position:Child Minder 
Classification: FHWC1 – Child Minder Pay Scale: $52,975.29- $58,058.63 
Conditions:
·         Full Time Permanent (Non-Unionized)
·         Shift Rotation – 7 days on, 7 days off
·         FIFO (Fly-in, Fly-out)
·         Meal allowance, travel, and accommodations provided
Department: Kookums Nest – Family Healing and Wellness Lodge 
Location: Little Grand Rapids First Nation
Closing Date:  March 20, 2026
How to apply: Email: [email protected] Fax: 204-594-0499

 

Reporting to the Manager of the Family Healing and Wellness Lodge, the Child Minder is responsible to plan, organize, and lead activities designed for children during the 10-day residential portion of the Family Healing and Wellness Lodge located in Little Grand Rapids First Nation. Child Minders will also be the care giver to the children as the Parent(s) attend programming. Child Minders will be required to work seven days on, seven days off, (70 hours within those seven days). Must be flexible with the times of work.

 

 

·         Plan educational activities based on child development of the children that is geared towards educational learning.

·         Plan and implement individual and group activities which incorporate a variety of skills, such as those involving artistic expression, some light classroom teaching and active indoor or outdoor physical exercise.

·         Supervise children and youth while ensuring safety and adherence to all relevant legislation and regulations.

·         Motivate children and youth to be involved in fun, healthy, and safe activities to help build socialization, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

·         Tailor activities as required and consider any special needs to ensure that all involved can participate and feel included.

·         Must be able to administer value-based care based on redirecting behaviours as required.

·         Keep facility and playroom hygienic, neat, and orderly.

·         Other duties as assigned.

·         Childcare experience and/or a Certificate/Diploma/Degree in the study of Child Care.

·         Demonstrated working knowledge of and familiarity with: 

o   Indigenous culture, history, colonization, and the rural environment;

o   Behavioural crisis management;

o   Addictions; family violence; child abuse/neglect; grief and loss issues.

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·         Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word and Outlook).

·         A valid driver’s license; a reliable vehicle.

·         Satisfactory Criminal Record; Child Abuse Registry; and Prior Contact Check.

 

 

Preference will be given to Southeast members and Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) candidates meeting the position requirements. All Indigenous applicants are asked to self-declare within their cover letter. We thank all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.