Family Resource Coordinator

FIREFLY is seeking a regular full time Family Resource Coordinator at our Sioux Lookout EarlyON Child and Family Centre. The Family Resource Coordinator will assess the needs of the community and develop services and programs to meet the needs of children 0 to 6 years of age and their families. This will include providing resources, mentoring, and support services with an emphasis on child development and parenting. Also, serve as a liaison between the Agency and its partners.

Key Job Functions:

• Ensure the program requirements are adhered to and necessary program and agency documentation is maintained
• Implement suitable programming to reflect the needs of the community
• Oversee the purchasing of resources in keeping with the program budget
• Prepare a monthly newsletter and schedule of events
• Participate in community initiatives where appropriate
  

Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Early Childhood Education Diploma or equivalent education
• Registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Knowledge of child and family development
• Experience working with children and families/caregivers from diverse cultures

Conditions of Employment:

• The ability to manage a reasonable workload; effective priority-setting and follow-up
• Role model the vision and values of the Agency
• Value the concept of teamwork and ability to work independently
• Ability to deal with conflict, mediate and problem solve
• Quality of work to meet or exceed Agency specifications
• Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses
• Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies of the Agency
• May include evening and weekend work.

Benefits of working at FIREFLY:

• Pension Plan (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan HOOPP).
• Professional development opportunities including access to educational websites and opportunity to attend trainings.
• Vacation entitlement starting at 4 weeks per year with a gradual increase after 3 years.
• Paid sick leave accrued monthly up to a maximum of 30 days.
• Additional paid days off: Wellness Days (3 total per fiscal year) and Community Service and Cultural Days (3 total per fiscal year).
• Option to work towards a self-funded leave (i.e. 4 over 5).
• Excellent benefit plan with coverage including health, dental, vision, travel, life insurance and critical illness with 100% of the premiums paid by FIREFLY
• Short and long term disability coverage paid by employee.
• A supportive team and great workplace culture.

Please apply by Monday, May, 13th, 2024