About this role
Job Type: Part time 20hrs per week
Schedule: Monday-Friday 3pm- 7pm
About Us:
At the Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA), we are dedicated to supporting and uplifting foster families, fostering environments that nurture the well-being and potential of children and youth in care across our province. We are currently seeking a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Childcare Worker to join our team and provide essential support within a foster home setting.
Position Overview:
As a Childcare Worker at SFFA, you will play a key role in supporting the daily care and well-being of children in a foster home. Your responsibilities will include a combination of childcare, light housekeeping, and assisting with transportation for family visits or outings. Given the dynamic nature of this role, flexibility and adaptability are essential to meet the evolving needs of the children and the family.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide attentive, high-quality childcare in a supportive and nurturing environment.
- Assist with light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized home.
- Coordinate and facilitate transportation for family visits, outings, and appointments.
- Offer emotional and practical support to children and youth, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development.
- Maintain effective communication with team members, foster families, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Adhere to confidentiality and professional boundaries while interacting with children, families, and colleagues.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in childcare or early childhood development, with a preference for experience working with diverse needs and challenges.
- Must be at least 18years old
- A commitment to a healthy, active lifestyle and the well-being of children and families.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, families, and team members.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
- Valid driver’s license and the ability to provide a recent Criminal Records Check.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Why Join Us?
By joining the Saskatchewan Foster Families Association, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to making a lasting, positive impact on the lives of children and youth in care. If you are passionate about supporting foster families and promoting the well-being of children, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity for growth and development.
Application Process:
We invite individuals who are passionate about making a difference to apply for this rewarding position. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Other facts
About Saskatchewan Foster Families Association Inc
Saskatchewan Foster Families Association exists to support and encourage foster families through education and advocacy, helping create healthy homes, positive environments, and brighter futures for children and youth in care across the province.
Support for Success
The right support can make all the difference to foster families. Education, advocacy, and a place to turn for advice can help foster parents provide the support and healthy homes that foster children need. Training programs for foster parents and children can help foster families develop a deeper understanding of each other and the process, manage stress, and build effective relationships. We even offer CPR courses to help ensure that children stay safe.
Educating the Community
SFFA works to raise awareness in the community about the role of foster homes and the needs of children and youth in care. We promote the need for foster parents through interviews with the media, advertisements and posters in health care offices throughout the province. Our goal is to encourage families to open their homes to children and youth who need care, provide healthy environments and, ultimately, make our world a better place.
Guiding Families and Children through the Process
The foster care system can be challenging for foster parents to navigate without support. We’re here to guide parents through various processes, including Ministry of Social Services investigations. In addition, we explain policy and provide resources to help foster parents and children with any questions that might come up during their time together.
Within our ranks are an Executive Director, a Caregiver Training Consultant, a Community Liaison, a Program and Financial Administrator, and Foster Family Advocates. This team of caring professionals operates as a network of support for foster families. The SFFA Board of Directors has seven elected positions from all areas of the province.
What you'll do
- The Childcare Worker will provide high-quality childcare and assist with light housekeeping duties. They will also coordinate transportation for family visits and offer emotional support to children and youth.
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