Reports to: Childcare Program Lead What is Nisa Homes? Working from a holistic, culturally, and religiously responsive approach, Nisa Homes provides residents with a safe transitional shelter for healing. Our staff provide assistance with the goal of helping residents attain long-term independence and self-sufficiency The Child & Youth Worker will be responsible for providing child-minding services to the residents at Nisa Homes. Under the supervision of the Childcare Lead, the Child & Youth Worker will play an integral role in supporting the residents on their journey to regain independence and fulfill the steps required to move out. What You’ll Do:

• Supervise and monitor the safety of the children.
• Develop a weekly childcare curriculum and program to be implemented including but not limited to arts and crafts activities, sports activities, and homework club.
• Provide assistance and support to single moms staying at Nisa Homes in working with behavioral or emotional challenges their children are facing through advice, developing programs, activities, and referrals.
• Accessing resources and supports for single moms and their children to provide referrals when necessary.
• Upgrade and regularly organize children's play area to ensure hygiene and orderliness.

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Child Development Knowledge
• Curriculum Development
• Behavior Management
• Safety Awareness
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Organization
• Empathy and Compassion

What we’re looking for:

• Relevant degree such as Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Educator or related field especially with regard to homelessness and vulnerable women and will have a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience. Other combinations of education, experience, and training may be considered.
• Able to adhere to highest standards of ethical care and confidentiality policies;
• Additional languages are an asset.
• Strong understanding of the needs and issues of different social groups, including women experiencing or at risk of homelessness, women fleeing abuse, and newcomers.

Nisa Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to complying with both the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA.