Child and Family Program Support

1 week ago


Ajax, Canada Herizon House Full time

**Shift Hours**: Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 10 am - 6 pm, Tuesday & Thursday: 1 pm - 9 pm. Flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the program.

**Responsibilities**
- Develop implement & facilitate child and youth recreational programs that is age appropriate for the various ages of children in the shelter.
- Facilitate therapeutic programs for children.
- Work with mothers and children to establish goals while staying in the shelter.
- Support Shelter staff in conducting intakes and providing assessments with mothers and child/ren.
- Provide referrals and resources.
- Provide advocacy with other agencies supporting the family with an emphasis on the child.
- Provide childcare when necessary to support a mother's transition.
- Develop, plan and organize shelter special events for women and children.
- Be responsible for note-taking and proper documentation.
- Work collaboratively with the team and support the shelter as needed.
- Support daily routines of the shelter
- Other duties as required.
- **Qualifications**
- Currently enrolled in or have post secondary degree or diploma in child & youth, social sciences or a related filed and/or a combination of education and work experience. Preference given to those with education and experience in the Violence Against Women sector.
- Knowledge and understanding of the issues related to Violence Against Women, intersectionality and gender based violence.
- Previous placement or job experience working with children, youth and mothers.
- Strong desire and passion for working and supporting children, youth and mothers.
- Non-judgmental and feminist approach in working with women.
- Demonstrated knowledge of community resources in Durham Region.
- Able to self-motivate and take initiative
- Strong Advocacy skills
- Ability to work well independently and within a team.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to try new experiences.
- Able to seek, receive and implement feedback.
- Current Police Check with vulnerable sector check

**Herizon House is a CUPE unionized workplace**

As part of our ongoing commitment to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act we will provide assistance to applicants who request accommodation through the recruitment process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $18.78 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-17
Expected start date: 2024-05-21


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