Head Start Worker
Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is not just another health organization, we are rooted in the culture of our member bands and treaty right to health. We work for the people living on the member bands of Little Pine, Lucky Man, Poundmaker, and Sweetgrass First Nations; and believe in the services being driven by the needs of the clients and community. If you feel that your skills and positive attitude are a good fit to support First Nations in attaining wholistic and engaged health, we want to hear from you!
Qualifications
• Minimum requirement is an Early Childhood Education Certification and/or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge and awareness of cultural values and practices within the community
• Awareness of and demonstrated ability to relate to families facing multiple challenges relating to parenting.
• Experience in children’s programming or services
• An understanding of adult education principles and family dynamics
• An ability to demonstrate energy and enthusiasm while working with families and for the program in general.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, clients, and community service agencies.
• Must be willing to take direction, be open to new ideas, able to learn and grow with the program, the children, and the parents.
• Previous working experience with First Nations people and demonstrate an understanding of the health and social issues encountered by First Nation people and a willingness to learn about and accept First Nations cultures.
• Ability to speak and understand Cree is an asset.
• Confidentiality is essential.
• Knowledge and proficiency in computers and programs such as, Microsoft Office.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability to balance the changing needs of the organization.
• Ability to work independently, in an initiative-taking manner and effectively as a team player.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license required with clean drivers abstract.
• A successful criminal record check with vulnerable sector
Submit updated resume, cover letter and 3 professional references by December 06, 2024, to:
Human Resources Department
Email: Recruitment@BRT6HC.ca
Six Step Salary Range: Step One: $55,746.60 to Step Six: $66,211.60