Therapeutic Foster Care Specialist

1 day ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Woods Homes Full time
Therapeutic Foster Care Program

At Wood's Homes, we are committed to providing a culturally informed therapeutic model that prioritizes the lived experiences of Indigenous children. Our Therapeutic Foster Care Program addresses the need for a model that builds community and connection for those who have experienced disconnection from their culture and community.

Role Summary

The Home Fire Keeper will provide in-home care to young people who have experienced a disconnection from their community and culture. The caregiver will tend to the emotional, spiritual, physical, and cognitive development of the child by helping to find positive reconnection.

Expectations
  • Home Fire Keepers are highly-valued partners and key contributors in the planning and delivery of the service, with collaboration and transparency driving communication.
  • They are learners who strive for continuous improvement and growth, well-trained, well-supported, and well-grounded in feeling safe and gaining knowledge and competence.
  • Home Fire Keepers are provided with knowledge, skills, proactive support, and crisis intervention 24/7, as well as regular respite.
  • They are supported by cultural supports, including Elders, knowledge keepers, cultural allies, and community members with culturally competent responses and intervention within appropriate protocols.
  • The Home Fire Keeper is the centre of the circle of care surrounding the child or youth, with a Treatment Team.
  • They are responsive and relationally attuned caregivers with an understanding of trauma, healthy development, positive parenting, and quality caregiving.
Requirements
  • Home Fire Keepers are required to be available in their homes.
  • They will have previous experience caring for youth and managing challenging behaviors.
  • Participation in extensive training prior to client intakes.
Compensation
  • Foster Caregivers will receive tax-free daily compensation starting at $0.00/child.
  • Participation in training will be compensated.
  • Compensatory increases based on years of service.

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