Child and Family Support Worker

7 months ago

Toronto, Canada VHA Home HealthCare Full time

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: _“Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.”_ Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centered care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “_The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat._” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us _“I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”_ _View more comments from VHA clients and their family members_._
- _**We are seeking for Child and Family Support Workers (Full-Time or Part-Time)**

**MONDAY TO FRIDAY: 8AM-6PM (NO WEEKENDS)**

**What will be your role?**

The Child and Family Support Worker will be working in the community performing a range of activities in the caring of and safety of children aged 0 to 6 years old. This may include but not limited to bathing, changing diapers, feeding, preparing formula, infant stimulation, preparing and servicing meals, preparing lunches for school age children, tidy after meals, supervision children as well as performing light housekeeping, laundry if parent is not physically able due to medical conditions. In addition, your role is to provide emotional support, teaching, and guidance to new parents.

Hours may vary depending on caseload. Min. 21 hours and Max. 35 hours a week.

**What makes VHA’s compensation unique?**
- Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
- Compensation for education and professional development
- VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
- Mentorship and peer support
- Career development opportunities
- Employee and family assistance program
- Wellness resources
- Perks & discounts
- Staff & service provider events

**Required Qualifications**:

- PSW certification from an approved and recognized educational institution with experience in Infant/Childcare Required
- Early Childhood Childcare Assistant, Mothercraft, or Childcare Certificate
- Or more than 3-years of experience working with children Aged 0-4 in family homes and community agencies or in hospital settings an asset
- Comfortable to travel between homes within the assigned community, and in Family and Child Shelters
- Effective verbal and written English language skills
- Ability to travel across the City of Toronto
- Must be flexible and able to support a diverse client group including parents with medical and mental health issues
- Physically able to provide safe and timely care to child/children to vulnerable families who have been referred by various community agencies
- Demonstrate ability to recognize safety issues, communicate clearly and be an effective problem solver
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with the children and their families.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification is a definite asset
- Ability to speak a second language is a definite asset

**Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI**

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

**In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care.

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