CFSPD is a dynamic, growing family service agency serving all areas of Peel and Dufferin. CFSPD is committed to providing a positive work environment for its employees and excellent services to its clients.
CFSPD is the lead agency to the Safe Centre of Peel - a partnership of 24 social service organizations. The Safe Centre of Peel provides co-located, integrated and coordinated services which addresses the needs of individuals experiencing Intimate Partner Violence.
Are you looking to join a dynamic team making a difference in the community? We want to hear from you!
Why work with us? At CFSPD, we believe in the value of community, compassion, and integrity. Join our dedicated team and contribute to meaningful initiatives that support families and individuals in need. Our organization also provides work life balance and free parking!

POSITION SUMMARY

CFSPD is currently seeking a Child and Family Resource Worker who will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service while fostering a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment for clients and partner agency staff. The incumbent will also provide a safe, nurturing, and child-friendly space for children whose caregivers are accessing services at the Safe Centre of Peel.
The Child and Family Resource Worker reports to the Program Manager. This position will be based in the Region of Peel.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in a related social service discipline or equivalent experience
• Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate preferred.
• Must possess 2+years of office-related experience
• Strong communication skills, ability to deal tactfully with children, families, employees, and visitors.
• Knowledge of gender-based violence, its effects on children, child and youth victim/witness issues and comfort working with this population.
• Flexible, creative, organized and motivated; able to take initiative and be a team player.
• First Aid and CPR-C certification.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and MS Outlook.
• Commitment to pro-feminist, anti-oppressive service approach.
• Second language is an asset.
• Enthusiastic, warm and friendly personality, with demonstrated client-service orientation.
• Independent and self-directed with the capability to operate with minimal direct supervision.
• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records check.

CHILD RESOURCE FACILITATOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and facilitate child-focused, developmentally appropriate activities for children of all ages.
• Support children’s emotional, educational, and developmental needs—along with behavioural challenges—through play-based activities and therapeutic tools.
• Support parents of children who access service by assessing their child-related needs and connecting them to support, resources, donations, and information.
• Provide connections and referrals to internal and external programs that support children’s development and parenting capacity.
• Ensure appropriate documentation and statistics are completed, properly stored, and communicated.
• Maintain safe, sanitary, and inclusive childminding spaces.
• Ensure all childminding furniture and equipment is maintained in good working order and meets safety requirements.
• Ensure all childminding toys are cleaned and disinfected regularly.
• Support child minding volunteers and students when they are assisting at the agency.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies for childminding space.
• Distribute transportation funds, food vouchers and donations to clients as needed.