Family Resource Worker (Family Visitor)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home making it one of the largest regions in Canada and the fastest growing with a population thats expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography which is comprised of about 1800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities is as beautiful interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Recognized by Forbes as one of Canadas Best Employers we offer a collaborative progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace aligned with our vision to create strong caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - Were committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential participate freely in society and live with respect dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

• Works as a part of a team to identify service plan goals and strategies implement activities and monitor and review family progress.
• Develops trusting non-judgemental and supportive relationships with children and families; encourages and assists families to identify and build on existing strengths.
• Role models positive parenting skills effective communication problem solving and coping skills that promote family well-being.
• Links individuals and families to appropriate community supports and services (e.g. food banks EarlyON Child and Family Centres parenting groups and recreation programs).
• Consults with and/or reports to the Childrens Aid Society in accordance with responsibilities under the Ontario Child Youth and Family Services Act.
• Advocates for families to receive needed services/supports.
• Provides care that is respectful to the diversity within York Region.
• Identifies safety concerns and provides information and support that address safety needs/ requirements of children and families.
• May occasionally be required to respond to emergency situations outside of normal business hours as related to the Departmental Emergency Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a Post Secondary Certificate or Diploma (1 year or more) in Health Social Services Child Development Early Childhood Education or related discipline or approved equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in early childhood settings providing guidance to families about parenting or experience working with infants or young children.
• Satisfactory Police Criminal Background Check.
• Valid Ontario Class G drivers license and free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act.
• Demonstrated ability in the Regions core competencies.