Parent Infant Advisor at Sagamok Anishnawbek – Sagamok, Ontario

Job Summary:

The Parent Infant Advisor is responsible for providing family-centered in-home support to parents whose infants or children are Newborn to age six (6 years) and they will provide opportunities to support caregivers with the physical, communicative, cognitive, and/or psychological development of their children.

They will support caregivers in any referrals or education opportunities in relation to the infant or child’s level of functioning and develop an individual service and training plan with the parent and/or support the family by building on their strengths, developing their parenting skills, helping them connect with local resources, and promoting the growth and development of healthy babies and young children.

This program is a prevention support to all families of Sagamok Anishnawbek.

Position Duties:

• Referrals to support assessments of family needs as it relates to the child’s development, and screening and assessments of relevant developmental functioning levels of the infant or child while ensuring that the family is part of the identification planning process.
• Provides culturally appropriate training, including service and wellness plans for infants to the parents or family members to facilitate and maintain ongoing development of the child.
• Carries out regular home visits to implement individual service plans, monitor progress, reassess needs, and initiate changes as required.
• Performs a welcome home visit to all children born to Sagamok Anishnawbek.
• Provides supportive counseling to the families as it requires.
• Support all caregivers in ensuring that children have all the necessary registration and identification.
• Coordinates and collaborates with other healthcare providers and community children’s services to ensure comprehensive care and effective coordinated service interventions to meet individual infants, children's, and their parent needs.
• Maintains files and content of files (reports, correspondence, records, and forms) and ensures their confidentiality in the home.
• In consultation with supervisor, maintain a waiting list and prioritize families requiring services.
• Develops and implements culturally appropriate educational materials and activities that promote child development and family wellness that will be demonstrated in the home.
• Facilitates group sessions or workshops for parents on topics such as child development, parenting skills, and cultural heritage.
• Participates in community events and activities to promote the program and engage with families.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of best practices in early childhood development and family support.
• Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions, and the Seven Grandfather Teachings.
• Hold or be willing to secure, CPR and First Aid Certificate.
• Valid Class G Ontario driver’s license, with personal vehicle with a $1M liability insurance coverage for on-the-job use.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to plan, assess, organize, manage time, and work in a team setting effectively.
• Must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment.
• Position is subject to six months’ probation.
• College or University degree in a social science such as psychology, or social work with credits relating to child development is preferred.
• A minimum of one year experience working with families and children, specifically in child and/or infant care and development.
• A college diploma in Early Childhood Education will be considered.
• Knowledge and experience in family dynamics, effective interviewing techniques, and adult training.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Local knowledge and understanding of Sagamok Anishnawbek’s services and will be considered an asset.

By: Until Filled

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.