Alternative Care Worker - Staff Model Homes

Alternative Care Worker - Staff Model Homes AOH GIRLS HOME – AOH BOYS HOME Location: Grassy Narrows

General description

The Alternative Care Worker – Staff Model Homes is a Full-time (36 hours weekly) position. The Alternative Care Worker – Staff Model Homes is responsible for the daily care, guidance, support and direct supervision of youth residing in a staffed model home. The Alternative Worker – Staff Model Homes ensures the needs of the child are met according to Kitapinoonjiiminaanik Family Services philosophy, First Nation standards, and provincial regulations and standards. The Alternative Worker – Staff Model Homes reports to the Alternative Care Resource Manager. RESPONSIBILITY:

• Model and teach life skills, appropriate social behavior, emotional regulation, problem solving, and respectful communication.
• Be able to workday/night shifts for the Staff Modeled homes.
• Responsible for the direct supervision, safety and well-being of high risk and special needs children.
• Schedule and plan Youth POC meeting.
• Ensure all staff maintain accurate and timely documentation of Youth SMH file.
• Ensure all staff administer and document medications in compliance with training and licensing standards.
• Complete monthly staff schedule, ensure shifts are covered.
• Responsible for weekly chore list, menu planning, assign bi-weekly shopper and meal preparation as required.
• Responsible for observing and report findings to be detailed in a logbook.
• Computer knowledge of Agency software.
• Attend training and team meetings to stay current on all regulatory requirements.
• Transport children/youth to school, appointments, and activities when needed.
• Respond directly to the Alternative Care Resource Manager.
• Provide AOH On-Call on a rotation schedule

Qualifications

High School Diploma with one year direct related experience. However, a combination of skills, education and experience may be considered. Possess a valid Class “G” Driver’s License. Current First Aid/CPI training would be an asset. Provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract prior to employment. Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Be able to maintain confidentiality and professional integrity. Must be medically fit to work in a staffed home setting with proof of immunization & complete health assessment. Hours of work: 72/Bi-weekly Starting Salary: $58,258 - $71,449 (currently under review for 2026) Miigwetch to all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.