This is a Bargaining Unit Position.

We advise all applicants with work permits that obtaining employment with Polycultural will not guarantee the approval of any application for Permanent Resident status and emphasize that Polycultural’s positions do not currently qualify under the government’s Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) or Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) initiatives.

About Polycultural

Be a part of Polycultural Immigrant and Community services! Founded in 1993, Polycultural is dedicated to hosting an open and inclusive environment for all. We are a multicultural melting-pot perfectly reflecting Canada’s diversity. We are like a family, have a culture filled with care and genuine connection with a very inclusive environment for all. With a diverse range of programs and services, we help individuals and families build a brighter future in Canada. Serving clients from over eight different locations across the GTA and Orangeville in more than 20 languages.

Polycultural offers comprehensive benefits including employer paid Extended Health and Dental, RRSP match, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Scope

Under the supervision of, and training and support from the Program Coordinator, Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY), the Childcare Worker (CNC) visits the homes of newcomer mothers with children ranging in age from 3- to 5-years-old. During home visits the CNC worker will deliver the HIPPY program to mothers, help mothers teach their 3- to 5-year-old children and prepare them for school. During home visits, the CNC worker delivers weekly activity packets and books to parents, demonstrating how to conduct daily activities with their children to build cognitive, social, and emotional skills. The CNC worker will also assist mothers of newcomer children to develop their own career plan to prepare for future employment and/or educational opportunities.

Responsibilities

The CNC HIPPY Home Visitor is responsible for:

• Attending weekly role-play training
• Making weekly visits (make-up visits if necessary) to participating families for purpose of role- playing
• Participating in the planning and execution of group meetings, which includes role-playing and facilitating enrichment activities
• Participating in professional development training
• Keeping Coordinator informed of child/family progress and any familial issues and concerns as they rise
• Completing and submitting in a timely fashion all reports and other documentation as required by the HIPPY Office
• Participating in all sponsored HIPPY activities (e.g., field trips, graduations, award ceremonies)
• Assisting in maintaining an efficient record keeping system of program operations and participating families by entering data into the ETO system.

Competencies

Adaptability

Changes behavioural style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a goal; adjusts style as

appropriate to the needs of the situation. Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives.

Communications

Using a variety of communication styles and strategies to foster open communications, the exchange of information and discussion on an ongoing basis.

Initiative

Does more than is required or expected in the job; does things that no one has requested that will improve or enhance services, avoid problems, or develop entrepreneurial opportunities. Plans for upcoming problems or opportunities and takes appropriate action.

Service

Demonstrates strong commitment to meeting the needs of co-workers, managers, clients, or community members, striving to ensure their full satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education Level 2 certificate
• Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators (ECE) membership in good standing
• Minimum 1 year of childcare work experience in the community with families from diverse backgrounds
• Fluency in Arabic is required
• Familiarity with issues facing newcomers in Canadian urban setting and systemic barriers facing integration in education, social, cultural, and economic aspects of Canadian life.
• Excellent interpersonal, cross cultural, written and verbal communication
• Ability to work flexible schedules on as needed
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license

Other Requirements

• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check (completed when offer is made)

Important Notice to Job Applicants

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Polycultural reserves the right to post internally and externally.

In support of persons with disabilities, Polycultural asks job applicants with disabilities who require accommodation in the recruitment and selection process, to please advise Human Resources, if contacted for an interview/testing, so that suitable accommodation can be arranged. (In compliance with AODA, 2005, Integrated Accessibility Standards). If you require assistance in sending your resume due to a disability, please contact Human Resources directly.

We thank everyone for their interest in Polycultural; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services hires based on merit, and is committed to employment equity.

No phone calls please.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.64 per hour

Expected hours: 27.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Licence/Certification:

• ECE Licence (required)

Work Location: In person