190 Third Avenue ∙ Cochrane, ON ∙ P0L 1C0

Tel: (705) 272-4497 Fax: (705) 272-3597

www.ininewfriendshipcentre.ca 

                                 President: Amanda Brunette

                                    Executive Director: Tyler Beaton

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

FAMILY SUPPORT ASSISTANT: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

(Position at 24 hrs/week - $23.79/hr)

The Ininew Friendship Centre is currently accepting resumes for a part-time contract Family Support Assistant. Interested candidates must be familiar with the goals of the Ininew Friendship Centre and all its programs.

Employed by the Ininew Friendship Centre, responsible to the policies and directions as determined by the Board of Directors of the Friendship Centre and under the direct daily supervision of the Family Support Worker and the Executive Director.

Job Specifications:

·       Plan and implement programs for the children for 6 months - 6 years.

·     Supervise children in a play centre during Prenatal sessions and Family Support programming.

·       Sanitize toys, equipment, and play area on a daily basis due to Covid 19

·       Tidy up after activities in the play area, the family room, and the kitchen.

·       Purchase snacks for both parents and children.

·       Keep records and statistics of children participating in all programs.

·       Follow directions as required.

Qualification Required:

·       Completion of a two-year college program in Early Childhood Education preferred.

·       Two years experience in child-care preferred.

·       Must be able to provide a clear vulnerable sector check (VSC)

·    Understanding of Indigenous cultural knowledge and practices as it relates to children 6 months to 6 years old.

·       Must have a valid Class G License and Clean Abstract.

Application Process:

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please submit a cover letter and resume with three work related references to:

Marie Jeffries Email: hrcoordinator@ininewfc.ca                Fax: 705-272-3597

Please include in Subject line: Family Support Assistant