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Who Are We?
We're an amazing team, doing amazing things every day. Inn from the Cold is the largest organization in the Calgary region dedicated to supporting families experiencing a housing crisis.
At Inn from the Cold, we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of families in need. Our values guide us — compassion, accountability, respect, inclusivity, courage, and innovation. We are driven by our vision of a thriving community where every child and family has a safe and stable place to call home.
We prioritize people, recognizing the uniqueness and worth of everyone who walks through our doors. Our commitment to reconciliation and equity is not just a statement; it's a journey we're dedicated to, actively working alongside Indigenous peoples and marginalized communities to dismantle oppressive structures. As a trauma informed organization, we create a safe and supportive environment, promoting healing and resilience.
We are a multidisciplinary team united by a shared vision, mission and values. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and we believe that diverse perspectives drive our success. It is this diversity and the respect and value we have for each other and our community that makes us stronger.
If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the position below to see if there's a fit with your skills and experience.
What Are We Looking For?
- Position Title: Child & Youth Development Worker (Child-minding support)
- Job Type: Part-time (20 hours/week) – Term specific - May 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025
- Department: Integrated Support Services
- Reports to: Manager, Integrated Support Services
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated part-time Child & Youth Development Worker to join our team at Inn from the Cold. As a member of the Child and Youth Development team and reporting directly to the Manager of Integrated Support Services, the primary duty of the part-time Child & Youth Worker is to support scheduled and emergent childminding services for shelter families. This role will support parents/guardians in the Shelter when they meet with case managers or external professionals, require brief parenting respite and attend workshops.
What You'll Do
- Provide scheduled childminding for families in the shelter, including emergent childminding when requested
- Develop working relationships with families and model positive relationships and boundaries with parent-child interactions
- Provide support when needed to put together welcome boxes and organize activities for families when they arrive at the shelter
- Assist in facilitating regular activities for children, youth and parents/guardians
- Engage with families and observe children and youth for signs of learning challenges or emotional needs and provide updates to the CYD Case Manager
- Work collaboratively with the CYD team and volunteers
- Work with the CYD Case Manager to assist parents in establishing routines for children and support with positive guidance
- Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children and youth understand
- Adhere to family information confidentiality policies and procedures.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and case notes of support provided to families using established systems – HOMES, TEAMS, Program Drive folders
This position description reflects the general duties of the role, but is not intended to include all duties that may be inherent in the position. The part-time Child & Youth Development Worker may be asked to perform other duties as required or assigned.
What You Bring to Our Mission
- Early Childhood Education Diploma (Levels 1,2 or 3) or relevant education in the human services field
- Two years' experience working with children and families with a strong focus on parenting strategies
- Ability to successfully work with children and their parents in a sensitive, effective and professional manner
- Working knowledge of child development theories and practices
- Ability to create safe and appropriate activities for children
- Computer literacy, including effective working skills in MS Word, Excel and e-mail
- Good organizational, time management and prioritization skills
- Strong work ethics, sound judgement and reasoning skills, along with a commitment to discretion and family and staff confidentiality
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
- Physically able to interact in play settings with children and perform all assigned tasks
What We Offer
We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable benefits and total compensation to all staff, including:
- Competitive salary, where all employees are paid a living wage at minimum
- Commitment to your mental wellbeing with free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Work life balance, including paid vacation starting at three weeks and wellness days, prorated for part-time positions.
- Supportive and flexible work environment, with ongoing training and development opportunities
- Potlucks, celebrations, employee engagement initiatives and plenty of fun
- Strong commitment to advancing reconciliation, aligning with the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
- Recognition that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength in diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.
Our Commitment
Join us in a workplace where your actions contribute to breaking down barriers, fostering equity, and creating a truly inclusive and antiracist space. At Inn from the Cold, you're not just an employee but a crucial part of a community, making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The INN is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is valued and prioritized. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about our mission and can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We value unique perspectives and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of talents and skills. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age or veteran status, or any other non-merit-based or legally protected grounds.
Join Our Team
We are excited to hear from you! We invite you to join our movement to end family homelessness in our city. If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications above, please submit your resume and cover letter by visiting our website at innfromthecold.org/careers.
The successful candidate must satisfactorily complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and a Child Intervention Record Check.
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate is found.
Inn from the Cold is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] before your interview.