Parenting Journey Facilitator

Native Council of Nova Scotia•Coldbrook, NS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parenting Journey Facilitator will ensure a family centered and strength-based program that is directed at establishing a trusting relationship with Aboriginal families within rural and urban areas of the province of Nova Scotia. The Parenting Journey Facilitator will ultimately assist in strengthening the parent-child relationship and will assist parents in improving their skills to optimize the home environment by enhancing family support systems and increasing the family’s ability to problem solve and advocate for themselves and their children. The Parenting Journey Facilitator will also provide supportive services and referral to Aboriginal families, their children to improve their access and knowledge of services/programs available to them. The Parenting Journey Facilitator will work internally as part of the Native Council of Nova Scotia’s Caring Connections team, with linked agencies of our services as well as with partners and volunteers linked to our services to the rural, urban, off-reserve Aboriginal target group. The Outreach Support Worker is expected to work closely with community members and local, municipal and provincial agencies.

Requirements

Related combination of work experience/education applicable to Human Services.
Case Management experience or experience working with a caseload.
Experience in successfully working with infants, children, youth, and their families.
Community resource awareness.
Above average writing, organizational and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to individuals whose value systems and behaviors may differ from what would be expected.
Past work experience through employment or volunteer that demonstrates supportive services & activities.
Possess a strong desire to help others, patience and understanding.
Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Ability to provide a recent criminal record check and child abuse registry check.
Computer literate, including the use and application of software used to develop professional presentations.

Nice To Haves

Relevant education, training and work experience in a similar role would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Ensure a family centered and strength-based program.
Establish a trusting relationship with Aboriginal families within rural and urban areas of Nova Scotia.
Assist in strengthening the parent-child relationship.
Assist parents in improving their skills to optimize the home environment.
Enhance family support systems.
Increase the family’s ability to problem solve and advocate for themselves and their children.
Provide supportive services and referral to Aboriginal families and their children.
Improve access and knowledge of available services/programs for Aboriginal families and their children.
Work internally as part of the Native Council of Nova Scotia’s Caring Connections team.
Collaborate with linked agencies, partners, and volunteers.
Work closely with community members and local, municipal, and provincial agencies.