Supported Child Development Worker

2 weeks ago

Vernon, Canada Okanagan Indian Band Full time

The purpose of the **Supported Child Development Worker** is to be responsible for child/children with special needs to provide a solid and safe foundation which fosters their physical, intellectual, emotional, social, creative and very necessary cultural development as an individual and as a member of a group.

The Supported Child Development Worker will value the contributions and needs of the parents and work in partnership with them in providing care and education. The Supported Child Development Worker will provide a quality caring and supportive childcare program to members of the community that addresses their unique childcare needs, meets all regulatory standards required by federal, provincial and municipal governments, and operates within the Child Care Practitioner Occupational Standards and Code of Ethics as defined by the Canadian Child Care Federation.

**WHAT WE OFFER**
The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience as you join us in providing services to the Okanagan Indian Band. We offer benefits and provide training to enhance your skillset and provide the best service possible to the community.

**OKIB has a comprehensive benefits package**
- **3 Weeks’ Vacation Pay**
- **Extended Health and Dental Benefits**:

- **Employer Matched Pension Plan**:

- **15 Statutory Holidays**:

- **Paid Winter Holiday Break**:

- **Discounted Silver Star Lift Passes**:

- **Cultural Leave**:

- **Retention Bonuses after years of service**:

- **15 paid sick days**:

- **Paid personal leave**:

- **Employee Assistance Program**

**WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR**

You have education, experience, or carry a willingness to learn. You are community-minded, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator.
- Prefer Early Childhood Education certificate or Assistant Certificate or experience as an EA
- A current First Aid Certificate
- Has experience working with young children with special needs
- Has knowledge of the Okanagan culture and traditions

**SUPPORTS NEEDED**
- To assist in the planning and preparation of a program for the children based on the center’s philosophy and policies
- To plan and implement a well-balanced program of activities for the special needs child/children assigned
- To be inclusive of all children in their approach in dealing with special needs child/children
- Keep any required data or records of the assigned child/children with special needs
- To guide other staff on the special needs and requirements of the assigned child/children
- Work with Supported Child Care, therapists and other professionals to meet the needs of the children
- To treat each child with dignity, respect, love and care
- To retain the sensitivity of each child’s individual needs
- To use guidance techniques that are age-appropriate, fair and encourage socially acceptable behaviour
- To adhere to The B.C. Child Care Licensing Regulations which prohibit the use of physical punishment, humiliation, physical restraint, isolation, deprivation of food, rest, toileting or any other discipline methods that undermine the child’s self-esteem.
- To provide interaction with the children as a group and as required on an individual basis
- To maintain appropriate positive day-to-day liaison with parents of assigned child/children
- To encourage open communication concerning the needs and progress of assigned child/children with the parents
- To participate in the planning of special events, workshops and meetings for parents
- Other duties as assigned

**Preference may be given to those having knowledge and experience of Okanagan culture and traditions.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
OKIB has a Mandatory Vaccine Policy in place.

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-01-02

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