Parent Support Worker
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Job Summary
Position:Parent Support Worker
Expected Start Date: October 13 2025
Facility: Grandmothers Bay
City/Town: La Ronge SK
Type: Permanent Full Time
FTE: 1
Salary or Pay Band: Based on education and experience
Job Description:
We are looking for a compassionate caring patient person with an upbeat attitude and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. The Parent Support Worker will assist the Maternal Child Health Program by improving health outcomes for pregnant women and families with infants and young children by focusing on culture role-modeling and healthy teachings by linking community resources. This role requires workers to be organized flexible and adaptable. If you feel like this would be a good fit for your personality and career ambition we encourage you to apply!
Working 7.5 - hour shifts (Overtime may be required). S/he will provide in-home support such as basic infant care infant stimulation fostering healthy child development self-care and coping as a parent offering hands-on approach to learning and supportive mentoring as a peer. Advocate refer and act as a liaison for families. Work closely with Health Care Professionals and working with the Public Health Nursing & Health Team to provide and deliver programs and services.
LLRIBHS promotes health in our communities for the wellbeing of all members. We provide accessible high quality health services and programs. Together with others we work to build capacity and educate as we address both acute needs and the determinants of health.
Travel Required: Yes
Key Responsibilities
- In-home support utilizing a strength-based model with families who have children between the ages of 0-6 years;
- Teach individuals and group about health promotion topics;
- Assist the Community Health Nurse to provide and deliver programs and services;
- Advocate refer and act as a liaison for families;
- Work closely with other Health Care Professionals;
- Planning and delivering workshops community education events;
- Developing of appropriate awareness materials; administering the nutrition coupon program;
Education
- Early Childhood Education Certificate (Combination of Education and experience may be considered);
Licenses
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License
Other Education and Training
- Growing Great Kids (GGK) Curriculum training is an asset or willing to obtain;
- Certified First Aide & CPR and Safe Food Handling Certificate required or willing to obtain;
- Personal experience as a parent or caregiver of infants &/or young children is an asset;
Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication skills;
- Able to work independently be self-directed and demonstrate organizational skills;
- Experience working with First Nations Communities an asset;
Knowledge and Abilities
- The ability to speak/understand Cree a definite asset;
Other Information
- A current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check Vulnerable Sector Screening and Drivers Abstract is required upon hire. Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of First Nations people Lac La Ronge Indian Band shall give preference to First Nations people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.
- Apply Online at Or submit cover letter and resume by email to
- For more information: Contact HR at Fax:
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Direct Support
- Computer Operation
- Caregiving
- Case Management
- Special Needs
- Training & Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Word Processing
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
We are a Mission Driven Long Term Care organization owned and operated by the Catholic Health Ministry of Saskatchewan. We are affiliated with the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) serving 147 residents and their families (94 LTC, 49 cognitively impaired, 4 respite). A life-giving ... View more
