Aboriginal Infant Development Worker - Vancouver, Canada - Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society

Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society

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Job Title:
Aboriginal Infant Development Worker

Program:
Indigenous Early Years

Status:
Full Time, Union (BCGEU), one year Term

Wages:
$29.46/hour (starting) + benefits and pension

Location:717 Princess Ave, Vancouver, BC V6A 3E4

Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 4:30

Positions Available: 1

Application Deadline:
Friday, August 25, 2023 (interviews to take place in September)

Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society (VAHS) is a not-for-profit organization located in the Downtown Eastside community for over 30 years. VAHS programs are designed by and for urban Aboriginal people to promote physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness.

Our services include a Primary Care Clinic, a Dental Clinic, a cultural team of Elders and Knowledge Keepers, and Indigenous Early Years programs.

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The VAHS Indigenous Early Years (IEY) Child and Family Support Program is a family-centered program and works in partnership with parents and/or caregivers to provide support and intervention to families with children.

The
Aboriginal Infant Development Worker (AIDW) develops useful strategies to promote child development.

Through outreach visits, the AIDW will provide developmental guidance, information and resources, assessments, referrals, and other culturally grounded supports for families of the program.

This position requires travel and home visits and is expected to juggle a heavy caseload. Work outside of regular office hours may be required.

The AIDW is a
full time position (40 hours/week)
for a term of one year, with the hours generally being from 8:30 to 4:30 Monday to Friday, but with some flexibility to deliver programs one evening per week.

This is a BCGEU-certified Union position with a starting wage of
$29.46/hour, with benefits and pension available after three months.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Interview clients to prepare case histories and gather background information. Assess whether the needs of the infant and family fall within the mandate of the program and make appropriate referrals to other community agencies, as necessary
Through regular outreach visits and/or other community/home settings, conduct assessments and develop individualized plans depending on infant and family needs
Assist families in identifying goals and needs for their infants and the means of attaining them. Implement an individual program that will be based on the family's priorities and needs. Coordinate with other professionals and services to provide support and resources to families
Review and evaluate infant's progress and makes adjustments, as necessary, in collaboration with involved community professionals and family members
Maintain open and positive communication with parents. Requests input and participation of parents into the development of their infant's program
Assist the family in obtaining the best possible diagnostic assessment, medical and related services for infants. Encourages parents to take part in any decision making process to encourage the infant's growth and development
Assist families in selecting appropriate childcare or preschool placements and ensure that transition procedures between the program, preschool, and/or supported childcare are in place
Introduce families to other families and parenting support programs
Work toward continuing of care for infantsincare and support parent/child relationships
Provide information and education to parents, caregivers, coworkers, and the community relating to prevention, diagnosis and treatment of various developmental delays and health conditions
Provide liaison, education, and advocacy for and with community agencies on issues concerning the program
Recognize potential crises, analyze such situations accurately, develop strategies to deal with situations, and inform supervisor when such incident occurs
Coordinate services in partnership with the family and community professionals to ensure the child's medical, social, and educational service needs are met. Promote a family centred approach to service coordination, which includes a wellcoordinated team approach to agency and interagency service delivery in the best interest of the child and family
Meet regularly with other Infant Development Programs in Vancouver to ensure a collaborative approach when working with families
Foster positive working relationships with team members and other program staff
Ensure that accurate program and client records are maintained and that confidentiality is a priority
Ensure all require documentation is complete and available to families and involved community professionals. Ensure parents/caregivers approve reports and choose to whom the report will be distributed to. Respond immediately to emergencies including suspected incidents of child abuse, in accordance with Ministry of Children and Family Development guidelines, and VAHS/IEY policies and guidelines
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