Number of Vacancies: 2
Type of Contract: Permanent
Hours of Work: 0-14 Hours/Week

Compensation: $21.69-$22.56/Hour

Job Code: 1-MSA-2026

Start Date: TBD

Department: Supervised Parenting Services

Location: Hamilton Ontario

ABOUT US

Founded in 1889 YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamiltons originalsocial innovators and works from a feminist anti-racist and anti-oppressiveframework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible servicesthat create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive andequitable communities.

YWORK FOR US

Grounded in our core values of intersectional feminism people-centred approaches belonging shared responsibility and strong partnershipsour work is guided by the belief that lasting change can be createdtogether. YWCA Hamilton envisions anequitable world where women (cis and trans) girls Two-Spirit andgender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own livesand lead their communities. Join us in taking bold action that leads tolife-changing impacts in our community.

AS A YWCA HAMILTON EMPLOYEE YOU GET

• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
• Childcare discounts
• Opportunities to get involved in our community
• A competitive total rewards package that may include extended health benefits and paid sick time (eligibility criteria applies)

If youre passionate about making apositive impact in the lives of women children gender diverse people andfamilies every day we would love for you to join our team!

RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitates and directly supervises visits andexchanges between visiting parties and children both in person and factual observation notes while maintaining a safe neutral andchild-friendly environment.

• Responsible for the facilitation and documentation of all visits and exchanges in a safe neutral child friendly environment for all regularly scheduled visits/exchanges or virtual access in both the Family Access and Access Alternatives Program;
• Manages critical incidents related to their family file and intervenes as necessary;
• Adheres to the Standards and Best Practices set out by the Ministry of the Attorney General and YWCA Hamiltons policies and procedures;
• Adheres to Access Alternatives policies and procedures;
• Point of contact for staff regarding client issues support and feedback;
• Debrief with co-facilitators around any concerns;
• Completes Critical Incident Forms as required;
• Assists parents at check in provides receipts and manages cash flow for the designated file (e.g. visit fees late fees etc.);
• Supervises child participants at all times and monitors the safety of all visitations and activities and responds immediately to rectify any safety concerns escalating to Supervisor Supervised Access Services as required;
• Conducts child/parent orientations both in person and virtually as required;
• Analysis of broad problems generally of an operating or specialized nature requiring the development of solutions;
• Maintains a clean and tidy work and visitation environment;
• Maintains high level of confidentiality when working with sensitive and personal client and employee information;
• Creates a written record of factual observations made during the visit and/or exchange;
• Nurtures and forms meaningful internal and external working relationships and partnerships;
• Supports YWCA Hamilton mission vision and values;
• Works at Family Access Center and Access Alternative Programming as required;
• Performs other duties as required.

WORKINGCONDITIONS:

• Works up to 14 hours per week;
• Often works in emotionally charged and hostile situations requiring resolution;
• May be scheduled to work remotely to conduct virtual access;
• Work schedule includes evenings and weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of 2 years college in Social Work Sociology or Child and Youth or equivalent;
• Minimum of 2 years experience in social services or related field;
• Knowledge of family law and Child and Family Services Act is an asset;
• Knowledge of domestic violence and its impact on families is an asset;
• Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;
• Must have current Standard First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain at own cost;
• Ability to bring a feminist anti-racist/anti-oppressive perspective to work;
• Ability to work a schedule which includes evenings and weekends;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Bilingual English/French or other language is preferred.

HOW TO APPLY

Pleasesubmit resume and cover letter to:

Aspart of YWCA Hamiltons commitment to Access and Equity we strive to representthe diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women FirstNations Métis immigrant refugee LGBTQ2S; individuals with disabilities;and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communitiesare encouraged to apply.

Accommodationsare available throughout the recruitment process if you require accommodationplease reach out to

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Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will becontacted.

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