087-26-1 Resource Consultant Assistant

Position description

Position title

Resource Consultant Assistant

Reporting relationship

Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Special Needs Resource Consultant Supervisor, or designate, and in accordance with Six Nations Social Services and SNGR Policies.

Purpose & scope of the position

Under the direction of the Special Needs Resource Consultant Supervisor, the Resource Consultant Assistant is responsible for facilitating the inclusion of children who require special care and instruction in licensed childcare settings, resource drop-in and those homes connected with Six Nations Private Home Daycare Agency through implementation, monitoring and recording of individual program plans for the children involved with the Special Needs Resourcing program as assigned.

The Resource Consultant Assistant will comply with Child Care Early Years Act, Six Nations Elected Council Employment Policy, Six Nations Council Health and Safety Guidelines, Six Nations Child Care Policy and Procedures and Parent Handbook.

Key duties & responsibilities

• 1. Technical Functions
• Facilitate the inclusion of the child(ren) through daily routines, activities and transitions according to the Individual Program Plan
• Provide support to families, caregivers and childcare staff by providing information, resources, programming suggestions and modeling for staff
• Strong observation skills, report writing, interpersonal skills and ability to administer assessments objectively
• Ability to coordinate services and transitional planning as required
• Assist with training and professional development to assist childcare curricula and environments
• Ability to implement individual plans, monitor and record progress accordingly
• Applying safety procedures and handling emergencies appropriately
• Engage in daily cultural and language activities

• 1. Administrative Functions
• Prepare statistics and information as necessary
• Plan, implement and evaluate program activities and progress of the child(ren)
• Track, direct and indirect hours of service and other data to meet the funding guidelines
• Name tag is required/worn daily for security purposes

• 1. Communications Functions
• Attend and participate in regular staff meetings as required/directed
• Working cooperatively with all staff enhancing relationships with community resources and collaboration with existing programs and services on and off Six Nations of the Grand River communities
• Maintaining confidentiality and ensures compliance following Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) legislation regulations
• Maintaining a team approach to resolving such issues, conflicts and problems that may arise in the process of providing support services
• Maintaining confidentiality as per Six Nations Council Employment Policy
• Attend training/workshops as required and deliver
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, other professionals, children and parents
• Identify/clarify problems and provide information to parents, co-workers, students and volunteers
• Able to work independently
• Link with other programs, community services as necessary and assigned
• Attend training/workshops as required to ensure Continuous Professional Learning Plan (CPL) is maintained as according to the College of Early Childhood Educators

1. Other Functions

Other duties as assigned or deemed necessary as related to the position. Any other related duties as assigned by the Special Needs Resource Consultant Supervisor which includes, but is not limited to participation in the Six Nations Emergency Response Plan, Pandemic Plan of Response and the Trauma Events Response Team (TERT).

Working conditions

• Patience and flexibility working around children in the work environment
• Working in a climate-controlled environment
• Some after-hours participation for staff meetings, parent meetings, and other planned activities
• May involve some travel by car using own method of transportation
• Flexibility in work hours as required
• Lifting and moving furnishings, supplies, and equipment daily
• Provide service in varying locations
• Cell phones are not to be used during work hours unless authorized by the Coordinator (emergency, trips)
• Maintain confidentiality
• Name tag is required/worn daily (If lost/stolen a charge will be required, new name tag located at the Human Resources)

Working relationships

• With the Special Needs Resource Consultant Supervisor
• Receives supervision, instruction, direction and guidance in planning, priorities and interactions to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively
• Must be able to work independently and as a team player within the Six Nations Social Services and all other work environments
• Establishing positive, collaborative working relationships and linkages among all service providers within all work environments
• Being professional and being able to accept constructive criticism
• Receives direction and guidance

• With the Directors and Managers
• Acting as a resource providing information and assistance in a cooperative and courteous manner

• With the Community
• Working in a cooperative and courteous manner that represents and promotes Six Nations Council and the Social Services Department
• Familiar with Six Nations Council Employment and Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Represents and promotes Six Nations Social Services; maintains awareness of legislation, policy and program changes: develops sound professional working relationships
• Participate in joint programming within our community as well as surrounding communities
• Being a support and resource for families with courtesy, professionalism, respect, cooperation and teamwork
• Being an advocate for Early Years and Child Care Services through partnership with other agencies, advertising, flyers, networking

Knowledge and skills

Minimum Requirements

• Must have an Early Childhood Education Diploma through a Community College
• Must be registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Post Diploma Certificate in Special Needs Resourcing considered an asset
• Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act
• Will have Food Handlers Certificate or willing to obtain
• Must possess a valid class G Ontario Driver’s License
• Must pass a criminal/vulnerable sector check
• Must sign and submit an offence declaration every calendar year in which a vulnerable sector check is to be obtained
• Must submit and ensure immunizations are up to date
• Must submit a health assessment as according to Child Care Early Years Act
• Must have a valid first aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain
• Will have knowledge of Haudenosaunee Culture and Language or willing to obtain
• Knowledge of assessment tools and screening tools an asset
• Strong competency in Microsoft Office Suite computer skills

Other Related Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Knowledgeable of Haudenosaunee culture, language and traditions of Six Nations
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development and positive reinforcement techniques
• Ability to apply safety procedures and alleviate potential safety hazards
• Ability to be patient, and have the ability to relate to children and adults with equal respect and dignity, regardless of life experiences, cultures and values
• Aware of community diversity concerning culture, values, and customs
• Knowledgeable of the impacts of multi-generational trauma on families and the community

Impact of error

• Errors in judgment and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relations, and public confusion, serious impacts on clients and staff, and legal liability to self and to SNGREC.

CONTROL

• Works within the organizational structure and administrative policy and procedures established by the Six Nations of the Grand River Employment Policy,
• Works within the Six Nations Social Services values, principles, and mission statement, and the Six Nations of the Grand River Child and Family Services policies as set by the Six Nations Council,
• Works within the policies and procedures established through service contracts by the Six Nations Council and relevant funding agencies,

Works within the Six Nations Early Years and Child Care Services program statement, Six Nations Early Years and Child Care Services Employee Handbook and Six Nations Early Years and Child Care Services Parent Handbook.

Disclaimer

• This document describes the position currently available and is only a summary of the typical functions of the position.
• It is not to be understood as an employment contract.
• The above job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties, responsibilities, working conditions or skills required for this position.
• Additional duties may be assigned.
• Six Nations Social Services reserve the right to modify job duties or the job description at any time.