The Timmins Native Friendship Centre (TNFC) is an award winning Friendship Centre in Ontario and Canada. The TNFC provides services and programs to support the cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples and assist in their inclusion and participation in urban life. We strive to improve the quality of life for urban Indigenous peoples living in the Timmins area by providing intervention, direct services, advocacy and support in the areas of health, education, employment and training, culture, recreation and social services.

If you are ready to work in our fast paced environment in the capacity of Indigenous Healthy Babies Healthy Children (IHBHC) Worker submit your resume today!

Responsibilities

The Healthy Babies Healthy Children (IHBHC) Worker is responsible for the effective delivery of the IHBHC Program, which is designed to ensure the urban Indigenous families and children (prenatal to age six) have access to effective and consistent early intervention services, and to provide the best opportunities for healthy child development through home visiting, service coordination, parenting groups, cultural teachings, and traditions.

Qualifications

A post-secondary education diploma in Social Work or Health Sciences, and/or combination of an equivalent and relevant education;

Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize competing work demands to ensure effective, efficient and timely application of resources and services;

Self-motivated, able to schedule and prioritize work;

Good judgment, adaptability and willingness to learn;

Willingness to work flexible hours;

First Aid/CPR, Food Handler’s Certificate, and WHMIS;

Ability to speak Cree and/or Ojibway an asset;

Knowledge of the Friendship Centre movement, its aims and objectives;

Knowledge of the Timmins Native Friendship Centre’s programs and services; and

Ability to provide a clear Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Persons Check.

Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination Mandatory.

The TNFC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially. 

* Three (3) employment references will be required at the time of the interview *

If you are interested in qualifying in this role, please send your cover letter and resume to:

Chantal White, Executive Director at [email protected] 

For a full job description please send Chantal an email at [email protected]