The Timmins Native Friendship Centre (TNFC) is an award winning Friendship Centre in Ontario and Canada. The TNFC provides services and programs to support the cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples and assist in their inclusion and participation in urban life. We strive to improve the quality of life for urban Indigenous peoples living in the Timmins area by providing intervention, direct services, advocacy and support in the areas of health, education, employment and training, culture, recreation and social services.

The TNFC is the largest service provider for urban Indigenous peoples in the Timmins region. We endeavour to provide a place of rediscovery and opportunities for learning to live in a good way. A rewarding and enriching career awaits you if you are skilled at critical thinking, building relationships, take personal accountability for getting things done and enjoy working as part of a team to collaboratively solve problems.

If you are ready to work in our fast paced environment in the capacity of an Indigenous Early Years Program Worker, submit your resume today!

Qualifications

• Possess a community college diploma in ECE, or a relevant course of study or acceptable equivalency as determined by the employer.
• Individuals registered with the college of ECE will take preference.
• Recent relevant experience working with children and families.
• Knowledge of community resources for parents and children.
• Knowledge of the How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years.
• Experience in working with Indigenous people and organizations.
• Ability to speak Cree, Oji-Cree and/or Ojibway is considered an asset.
• Current First Aid/CPR Lever C and WHMIS.
• Food Handlers Certification.
• Up to date immunization record.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and Database applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A clear criminal reference check (CPIC) and a Vulnerable Sector search will be a condition of the employment offer.

Salary

• $50,000 plus health benefits.

Three (3) employment references will be required at the time of the interview *

This position will stay open until filled.

The TNFC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.