Casual Prime Worker

**Prime Worker - Thunder Bay Office**
- **Casual Employment Opportunity**_
- **Pay Rate: $20.00/hr - $24.50/hr**:

- **Mileage Reimbursement Rate: $0.56/km**

This position is intended to augment and/or support the services primarily provided by the Case Managers to children/youth and families, on a casual contract basis. Prime Worker names are put on a list which is accessed based on best fit and availability for the support needs. A written work plan is completed, outlining the duties, expectations of the Prime Worker specific to the assignment. Each child/youth/family case requires its own work plan. This position is intended to be a casual, part-time position. There is no guarantee of hours. Prime Workers may accept up to a maximum of 40 hours per week. It is the Prime Worker’s responsibility to track their hours worked, as they could be working with several different children/youth and/or families at the same time.

**Position Requirements**
- Maintain a strong sense of professional judgement, tact, ethics, sensitivity, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Work cooperatively and productively with other members of a multidisciplinary team to achieve common goals; demonstrate respect, cooperation, and collaboration.
- Effectively manage interpersonal conflict.
- Adapt to changes and demonstrate flexibility to meet the demands of work assignments.
- Work in a safe manner in accordance with the Society’s health and safety policies and procedures and all relevant legislation.
- Requirements for maintaining confidentiality and the principles of privacy.
- Knowledge of and ability to develop therapeutic relationships.
- Case noting, communication skills.
- The importance of cultural diversity in child rearing practices, parenting, and family resources.
- Knowledge of de-escalation techniques, behavior management techniques.
- Problem solving, critical thinking, multitasking.
- Knowledge of the stages, milestones, and prerequisites of development of children from birth through young adulthood.
- Knowledge of the impact of oppression, anti-Black Racism and colonization has on the lives of service users, with particular attention to identity formation and systemic issues.
- Upon conditional offer of employment:

- Valid “G” Ontario Driver’s License and safe driving record.
- Upon hire, submission of a current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check satisfactory to Employer.
- Access to a reliable insured vehicle.
- Flexible schedule (including evenings, weekends).
- Child Welfare Records Check satisfactory to Employer.

**Position Duties**
- Family Time: Facilitate visits between children and their parents, and other family members.
- Support to Children and Youth in Care: Providing respite to caregivers by supervising the children both in and out of the home, transporting children/youth to appointments, recreational programs, special events or other activities.
- Exceptional Circumstances: When deemed essential and where no alternate arrangements can be made, Prime Workers may be approved to work with a child and/or family to assist in providing supports to help strengthen the family system.
- Other Duties / Responsibilities: Attend training, professional development opportunities as required/needed. Complete case notes detailing activities and involvement with children and families.

**APPLICATION INFORMATION - Competition Open Until Filled**
- We thank all applicants; however only those considered for an interview will be contacted._

**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $20.00-$24.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement

Work Location: In person