HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Home Visitor

at  YMCA of Greater HalifaxDartmouth

Title: HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Home Visitor
Position Status: Part-Time, Seasonal (approximately 20-25 hours per week)
Salary: $18.91 per hour
Start Date: October 1, 2024
Location: Truro and Colchester County area
The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – in a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.
There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path in career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages a sense of belonging in their community.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Newcomer to Canada and eligible to work legally in Canada
• A parent of a three, four or five-year old child preferred
• A resident of the targeted community
• Good (functional) oral and written communication skills, including good reading skills
• Microsoft Office skills (i.e. Excel, Word, Publisher, etc.)
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the settlement process for newcomer families
• Knowledge of activities, programs and organizations that support families in the community
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Experience working in a cross-cultural environment
• Experience with outreach work
• Demonstrated discretion and sound judgement in the handling of confidential information
• Schedule flexibility to accommodate variations outside of regular business hours, as needed
• Valid Nova Scotia driver’s license and reliable vehicle essential

• Delivering the curriculum with HIPPY participants successfully
• Recruitment of eligible family to the program
• Making weekly visits (make -up visits, if necessary) to participating families through role-playing activities
• Participation in the planning and facilitation of parent group meetings
• Participation in weekly in-service training and other staff development activities
• Keeping the HIPPY Coordinator abreast of child/family progress and familial issues and concerns as they arise
• Timely completion and submission of required reports and other documentation as required by the coordinator and/or HIPPY program
• Participation in all sponsored HIPPY activities (i.e., field trips, graduations, etc.)
• Assist the Coordinator in maintaining an efficient record keeping system of program operations and participating families and data entry to the system