Parenting Journey Home Visitor

The South Shore Family Resource Association

The South Shore Family Resource Association - is currently accepting applications for a Parenting Journey Home Visitor in Queens County.

The Parenting Journey program is a voluntary program and is intended to provide support to families experiencing needs and challenges that may impact overall family functioning by providing home-based visits.

The Home Visitor will be responsible for:

• Offering home visiting to families identified through family centered, strengths-based approaches,
• Screening, family assessment, goal setting, referrals to other community services, documentation, and case conferencing.
• The candidate will also be required to participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Qualifications:

• An undergraduate degree/diploma in Social Sciences or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Knowledge and skills in child and youth development
• Knowledge and understanding of positive parenting and parent/child relationships.
• Knowledge of the principles of adult education.
• Experience in working with families.
• Experience in working with children and youth.
• Experience in working in a community-based setting.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of community development principles and experience in applying them.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience with trauma informed practices and approaches.
• Ability to build relationships while maintaining healthy boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Knowledge of the services and support for families in Queens County.
• Basic computer skills.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Hours, Renumeration and Start Date:

• This is a contract position conditional on renewal of the contract in 11-12 month time.
• 37.5 hours per week.
• $24/hour.
• A anticipated start date - October 2026

Please forward resumes to:

By Mail: South Shore Family Resource Association - serving Digby, Lunenburg, Queens, and Shelburne Counties.
Dale Knowles, Executive Director
821 King Street, Unit 11
Bridgewater, NS B4V 1B7

Fax: 1-902-543-1828

E-Mail: [email protected]

Applications must be received no later than September 30th, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The South Shore Family Resource Association is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination and values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of color, Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBNTQIA+ to self-identify.