Parenting Program Facilitator

2 months ago

Halifax, Canada Fairview Resource Centre Full time

**Career Opportunity - Parenting Program Facilitator**
- **Do you want a career that makes a difference in supporting families? **_
- **Are you a compassionate person with a passion for supporting families and equity? **_

The Fairview Resource Centre / Community Hub is an impact organization that started in 1986. The FRC offers two streams of programs & services: one for families in need and one for vulnerable adults/seniors. Our mission is to provide programs and support that enrich lives and foster well-being. Our vision is to create a thriving community of belonging and opportunity.

Our employees are a dedicated team, passionate about making our communities stronger and ensuring everyone has a place to turn to when they need support. The team is guided by shared values of equity, compassion, adaptability, and collaboration.

**Position Overview**:The Parenting Program Facilitator is responsible for facilitating, managing and promoting the parenting/family education programs in a variety settings (group and individual). Additionally this position requires general administrative duties, program evaluation, and having a solid understanding of the Nova Scotia Children and Family Services Act.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Program presentation and group facilitation**:

- Present parenting program(s) to families and caregivers
- Promotion and presentation of program(s) to community organizations with a provincial lens
- Create space for discussion and engagement
- Answer questions and clarify material as needed
- Ensure the program delivery is congruent with the Fairview Resource Centre’s mission, vision and values
- Use a culturally-sensitive lens
- Meet with and organize program(s) advisory committee members as needed
- Communicate requirement of resources to ensure smooth running of programs
- Ensure content is up to date

**Program facilitation for individual supports**:

- Meet with families to provide parent education programs on an individual basis
- Create space for discussion and engagement
- Deliver family support, resource navigation, advocacy and referrals (in-person, virtual and phone)
- Provide crisis intervention as needed
- Provide individual case work based on family goals

**Administration**:

- Maintaining and managing program budgets
- Document processing and statistical input
- Program evaluations
- Completing program reports as needed
- Determine and establish office procedures and routines to maintain productivity
- Complete intake documentation, bookings and scheduling, case management and case notes
- Maintain safe guards for participants’ rights, including confidentiality

**Other Responsibilities**:

- Community outreach, program marketing and advertising
- Participation in staff training sessions and relevant education opportunities
- Participation in program supervision

**Qualifications**:
Education and Experience:

- Diploma or Undergraduate Degree in Social Services field, Social Work, Education, Child and Youth Study, Family Studies or related
- 5 plus years of related experience
- Experience in program facilitation
- Experience working with families with involvement with the Nova Scotia Department of Community Services specifically child protection
- Experience working with diverse and vulnerable populations
- Experience in a non-profit settings
- Experience with adult literacy and teaching
- Experience in program design and implementation
- Experience in community outreach and engagement
- Thorough knowledge of community resources
- Experience in public speaking

Skills and Abilities:

- Excellent communication and facilitation skills (written, listening and verbal)
- Demonstrates efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
- Flexible approach and positive attitude towards problem solving
- Administrative skills and strong organizational skills
- Proficiency in Google Suites platform
- Critical thinking, conflict resolution, and strong independent work skills
- Proven ability to provide empathetic, non-judgemental, holistic and strengths-based supports to families
- Marketing, completing promotional materials
- Strong public speaking skills
- A passion for supporting vulnerable populations and equity

**Other Requirements**:

- Evening/weekend availability and travel is required for this position
- Valid driver’s license and use of a reliable insured vehicle
- Complete criminal records and vulnerable sector check
- Current CPR /First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
- ASIST training an asset, NVCI an asset

**What we offer**: Work from home days when school are closed due to weather, paid time-off, health and dental benefits, RRSP contribution matching up to 7%, professional development budget

**Hours**:37.5 hours/week, one day a week remote, 2 evenings a week required, approximately 6 weekend days a year for groups facilitation (Saturday or Sunday)

**Wages : $34.00/hour**

**Term**:One year/possible extension

**To Apply**:
**Start Date:

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