Supply Staff

Company: Six Nations of the Grand River

SUPPLY STAFF – 096R1-24-2

Early Years and Child Care, Social Services

Part-Time QTY 8

 

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, open until filled for the Supply Staff with Early Years and Child Care, Social Services.  The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website.  Online applications accepted through https://www.vscyberhosting.com/sixnations/. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED. Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

 

JOB SUMMARY: The Supply Staff Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor of Childcare Services or designate.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The Supply Staff supports the childcare centres in an on-call role to assist with the daily operation related to the care and development of children, to meet the ratios as required by the Ministry.

The Supply Staff works within the policies and procedures established by Six Nations of the Grand River.

 

Type	Part Time
Closing Date	Open until filled
Hours of Work	Up to 24hrs/week
Wage	$24.18/hr

 

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Will have a Grade 12 (or Grade 12 Equivalent diploma) and the ability to work with children in a group setting.
• Will be 18 years of age or older as required by Early Years Childcare Act
• Will have Food Handlers Certificate or willing to obtain.
• Knowledge of the Childcare Early Years Act
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must pass a criminal/vulnerable sector check.
• Must sign and submit an offence declaration every calendar year in which a vulnerable sector check to be obtained.
• Must submit and ensure immunizations are up to date.
• Must submit a health assessment as according to Early Years Childcare Act
• Must have a valid first aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain.
• Aware of community diversity concerning culture, values, and customs
• Knowledgeable of the impacts of multi-generational trauma on families and the community

 

Other Preferred Qualifications

 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have excellent organizational skills and an ability to work independently/ team and as a strong leader, with respectable interpersonal skills.
• Will be Native in preference to other applicants.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development and positive reinforcement techniques
• Knowledge of nutrition for children
• Knowledge of general health and safety procedures
• Ability to be patient and can relate to children and adults with equal respect and dignity, regardless of life experiences, culture and values.
• Ability to apply safety procedures and alleviate potential safety hazards.

 

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

 

Method #1:  Online

1. Please visit: https://www.vscyberhosting.com/sixnations/ to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
2. Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
   1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
   2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
   3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
3. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to Alkiie Froman, HR Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext. 5727 or via email at HRBP2@sixnations.ca.

 

Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:

1. Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
2. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
3. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
4. Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
5. Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

 

Supply Staff – Part Time QTY 8 – 096R1-24-2

                                           c/o Reception Desk

                                           Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

                                           P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court

                                           Ohsweken, Ontario  N0A 1M0

POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

POSITION TITLE: SUPPLY STAFF - CHILDCARE SERVICES

 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor of Childcare Services or designate.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The Supply Staff supports the childcare centres in an on-call role to assist with the daily operation related to the care and development of children, to meet the ratios as required by the Ministry.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

TECHNICAL:

• Assist with the children through daily routines and transitions.
• Provide daily positive interaction and supervision of children.
• Assisting the Early Childhood Educators with maintaining teacher/child ratios in accordance with the Childcare Early Years Act
• Actively engaging with children during program delivery, making observations and documenting development according to How Does Learning Happen and ELECT (Early Learning for Each Child Today)
• Applying safety procedures and handling emergencies appropriately

 

ADMINISTRATION:

 

• Submit daily/weekly time documents as required.
• Being a role model for parents, students, volunteers, other staff and visitors
• Following behaviour management guidelines
• Practice/implement the ELECT (Early Learning for Each Child Today) framework, “How Does Learning Happen” or any future childhood developmental tools that may arise while in the position.

 

COMMUNICATIONS & LIAISON

• Working cooperatively with all staff enhancing relationships with community resources and collaboration with existing programs and services on and off Six Nations of the Grand River communities
• Maintaining a team approach to resolving such issues, conflicts and problems that may arise in the process of providing support services.
• Maintaining confidentiality as per Six Nations Council Employment Policy
• Greeting children and parents upon arrival and departure

OTHER RELATED DUTIES:

Any other related duties as assigned by the Childcare Supervisors or designate which includes, but is not limited to, participation in the Six Nations Emergency Response Plan, Pandemic Plan of Response and the Trauma Events Response Team (TERT).

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

• Working in a climate-controlled environment
• Flexibility in work hours as required. Hours are not guaranteed, up to 25 hours per week maximum. The on-call casual role supports SNGREC childcare centres – Clarence Street Childcare, Stoneridge Children’s Centre, and Bicentennial Daycare.
• Lifting and moving furnishings, supplies, and equipment daily as necessary.
• Cell phones are not to be used during work hours unless authorized by the Supervisor or designate.
• Name tag is required/worn daily. A charge will be added if lost/stolen (new name tag located at the Human Resources)

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Must be able to work independently and as a team player within the Six Nations Social Services and all other work environments.

Establishing positive, collaborative working relationships and linkages among all service providers within all work environments.

 

Works with the Supervisor of Childcare Services

Being professional and being able to accept constructive criticism.

Receives direction and guidance.

Receives supervision, instruction, direction and guidance in planning, priorities and interactions to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively.

 

With the Directors and Managers

Acting as a resource providing information and assistance in a cooperative and courteous manner.

With the Community

Working in a cooperative and courteous manner that represents and promotes Six Nations Council and the Social Services Department,

Familiar with Six Nations Council Employment and Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Represents and promotes Six Nations Social Services; maintains awareness of legislation, policy and program changes: develops sound professional working relationships.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Minimum Qualifications

• Will have a Grade 12 (or Grade 12 Equivalent diploma) and the ability to work with children in a group setting.
• Will be 18 years of age or older as required by Early Years Childcare Act
• Will have Food Handlers Certificate or willing to obtain.
• Knowledge of the Childcare Early Years Act
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must pass a criminal/vulnerable sector check.
• Must sign and submit an offence declaration every calendar year in which a vulnerable sector check to be obtained.
• Must submit and ensure immunizations are up to date.
• Must submit a health assessment as according to Early Years Childcare Act
• Must have a valid first aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain.
• Aware of community diversity concerning culture, values, and customs
• Knowledgeable of the impacts of multi-generational trauma on families and the community

 

Other Preferred Qualifications

 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have excellent organizational skills and an ability to work independently/ team and as a strong leader, with respectable interpersonal skills.
• Will be Native in preference to other applicants.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development and positive reinforcement techniques
• Knowledge of nutrition for children
• Knowledge of general health and safety procedures
• Ability to be patient and can relate to children and adults with equal respect and dignity, regardless of life experiences, culture and values.
• Ability to apply safety procedures and alleviate potential safety hazards.

 

IMPACT OF ERROR:

Errors in judgment and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relations, and public confusion, serious impacts on clients and staff, and legal liability to self and to Six Nations Council.

CONTROL:

Works within the organizational structure and administrative policy and procedures established by the Six Nations of the Grand River Employment Policy, Childcare Services and the Six Nations Social Services values, principles and Mission statement.

Works within the policies and procedures established through service contract by the Six Nations Council and the funding agency (Ministry of Education) and within the legislation of the Early Years Act.

 

 

DISCLAIMER

This document describes the position currently available and is only a summary of the typical functions of the position.  It is not to be understood as an employment contract.  The above job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties, responsibilities, working conditions or skills required for this position.  Additional duties may be assigned.  Six Nations Social Services reserve the right to modify job duties or the job description at any time.

 

SIGNATURE

This is to acknowledge that I have received a copy of this job description and understand its content.

                                               

            _____________________________________________ _____________________

                                                   Signature of Employee                                                        Date

 

Early Years and Childcare Services is committed to a candidate selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free.  In order to ensure candidates are assessed in a fair and equitable manner, accommodations will be provided to prospective employees in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Child and the Six Nations Council policies.

Early Years and Childcare Services is committed to a candidate selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free.  In order to ensure candidates are assessed in a fair and equitable manner, accommodations will be provided to prospective employees in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Six Nations Council policies.