Families Forward Facilitator
About The Position
The Families Forward Facilitator provides client-centered, trauma-informed support for caregivers with children between the ages of 0 to 6. Through an attachment lens, Facilitators will provide in-home visitation support focusing on the development of caregiver capacity. With the support of the Families Forward Facilitator, caregivers will work towards identified goals to help build their knowledge and understanding around raising a healthy, balanced, and flourishing family. Facilitators support with system navigation, modeling parenting strategies, supporting in professional meetings, and other tasks that encourage the well-being of the family. Through this prevention/early intervention program, caregivers are provided the skills to navigate the young formative years of their children.
Requirements
- Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, and/or Human Services
- First Aid with CPR Level C and NVCI Certification (required upon commencement of employment)
- Maintain professional standing with regulatory body (if applicable)
- Understanding of trauma informed, strength-based, evidence-based practices, as well as client centered approaches; experience applying these in practice
- Functional knowledge: subject matter expertise including exemplary understanding of child development, parenting strategies, knowledge of local service agencies, systems navigation, and referral processes
- Strong decision-making skills and ability to develop client-centered solutions, sound judgement and assessment skills. Creative in teaching and assisting caregivers in learning and applying new strategies to build their capacity, support their well-being, and enhance their parenting skills
- Strong facilitation skills, both in-person and virtually
- Knowledge and passion for data driven program delivery and impact
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of up to 20 families
- Provide in-home visitation on a weekly/bi-weekly basis with each family.
- Offer sessions both virtually and in-person
- Build a case plan with the caregiver using a strength-based lens to identify the goals and strategies for the family
- Provide up-to-date, evidence-based information and strategies to caregivers
- Provide support with system navigation and accessing community resources
- Understand how culture and family history shape family dynamics.
- Implement trauma informed and strength-based practices
- Complete case plans within the first three months with new clients, review and update regularly
- Complete attendance and case notes after each session with family – ensuring accurate documentation
- Review relevant information on topics you are supporting parents with; update information as required based on current, evidence-based research
- Participate in the larger YW community and initiatives
- Engage in any opportunity to continue professional development through internal and external opportunities
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits including an employee assistance plan
- 3 weeks of paid vacation
- 6 personal days
- 12 sick days
- A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
