Caregiver Education Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the FCSS Assistant Manager, this is a grant-funded position that offers education and support to caregivers to increase their capacity to create safe, responsive, and nurturing environments and encourage healthy child development. This role will involve: developing and presenting workshops; liaising with local, regional, and provincial partners; offering one-on-one support to caregivers; and offering education and resources to families.

WORK RESPONSIBILITES

• Facilitate and deliver group-based educational sessions to families around topics such as effective parenting, building healthy families, and supporting children’s development
• Deliver one-on-one support to families to help them work through challenges or develop skills with resources such as the Positive Parenting Program, Kids Have Stress Too, etc.
• Prepare information and resources to assist in the facilitation and delivery of caregiver education presentations, including research and handouts
• Use online and social media platforms to promote healthy families, including the creation of original content
• Work with external and internal agencies to connect with families at different public settings (e.g. events, indoor playground, schools)
• Operate the Hinton Family Centre as required
• Liaise with external agencies and volunteers to obtain resources, speakers, and expertise to offer additional programs and supports to families
• Reports all minor and major accidents, problems and disturbances, incidents, and site damage to the FCSS Assistant Manager and ensure all appropriate forms are filled out accurately and completely
• Complete, maintain, and act in compliance with safety documents (including Job Hazard Assessments, Safe Work Practices, Hazard Identification Forms, and other tools)
• Complete and maintain confidential casework files for client contact
• May be assigned a role within the Emergency Social Services for Disaster Services

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate or training program related to human services, early childhood education, and/or facilitation
• Education relevant to facilitation is preferred
• Minimum 1 years of work experience working with children and families
• Satisfactory background screening is required for this position including a Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Welfare Check
• Valid First Aid and CPR-C Certificate
• A Class 5 Driver’s License with a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract

SKILLS & ABILITES

• Knowledge of the community and challenges facing families in Hinton and area is an asset
• Ability to deliver, plan, and organize needs assessments
• Ability to facilitate programs, projects, and special events
• Effective interpersonal skills and a strong customer service focus on dealing with other staff, volunteers, agencies (local and provincial), customers, and the public
• Proven discretion with a good understanding of confidentiality requirements under existing legislation
• Advanced communication skills, including experience in public speaking and facilitation of workshops
• Proven time management and organizational skills
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, Canva)
• A high degree of personal initiative
• Tolerance and understanding of differing family lifestyles and culture
• Integrity, reliability, and diplomacy in work methods and work relationships
• Sound judgment in a constantly evolving environment
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently
• High energy, self-starter

WORKING CONDITIONS

Details pertaining to the physical demands of the position can be found in the Physical Demands Analysis with Health & Safety.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Ensure the Town of Hinton health and safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices are followed in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.

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