Indigenous Hippy and Smart Home Visitor - Vancouver, Canada - Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society

Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society

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Position:
Indigenous HIPPY and SMART Home Visitor
Indigenous HIPPY & SMART Program - Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society Temporary part-time position
hours of work: 20 hours per week, tentative starting ASAP to June 28, 2024

Summary:

Reports to:
Indigenous HIPPY Coordinator

Responsibilities:

Makes inperson and/or virtual home visits on a weekly or biweekly basis, utilizing peer support skills by modelling, mentoring, and sharing program objectives and information to enhance parenting skills, building trusting relationships with families based on curriculum with a family centred approach. Virtual home visits will require staff to make regular deliveries of curriculum and supplies to the clients.
Provides referrals to early childhood education and community resources as needed by the client and their families.
Assists in program promotion and recruits 15 families who meet program criteria.
Completes and updates information on a computerized database
Participates in the planning and execution of HIPPY Families' virtual or inperson group meetings.
Support families one to one in creating a daily routine with HIPPY homework and converting the home environment into a place of rich learning opportunities.

- keeps the HIPPY coordinator abreast of child/family progress, issues and concerns as they arise.

Attends weekly curriculum training sessions.

Qualifications:
Completion of high school OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer. As this program is based on a peer support model, preference is given to past HIPPY clients.

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral English at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and courteously with clientele, staff, and the public from differing cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to manage time and resources effectively.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Willingness to share experiences and work cooperatively with team members
Ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to set and maintain boundaries with clients and manage selfcare.
Possession of and the ability to maintain a clear provincial criminal record check.
Knowledge of the Indigenous Community with an understanding of history, traditions, and community resources.
Valid BC driver's license and access to a safe, reliable vehicle is an asset.

The position is based at the VAFCS office in East Vancouver. Training is provided.

How to apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter to Osiris Lopez - Indigenous HIPPY Coordinator

Job Types:
Part-time, Contract

Contract length: 9 months

Salary:
Up to $21.00 per hour

Schedule: