PARENT PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families is a multi-service non-profit organization serving Inuit children,youth and their families and are dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families.Position: Parent Program Coordinator –Part-TimeHours: 20.0hours per week –Determinateto August 31, 2023SalaryRange: $20.35 -$25.75 per hour + 4% vacation pay

  POSITION SUMMARYUnder the direct supervision of the Manager of Family Well-Being, the Parent Program Coordinator is responsible for the support of parent programs for Ottawa's Inuit families, including land based camps, access visits and evening program Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families is a multi-service non-profit organization serving Inuit children,youth and their familiesandarededicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families.Position: Parent Program Coordinator –Part-TimeHours: 20.0hours per week –Determinateto August 31, 2023SalaryRange: $20.35 -$25.75 per hour + 4% vacation pay

POSITION SUMMARYUnder the direct supervision of the Manager of Family Well-Being, the Parent Program Coordinator is responsible for the support of parent programs for Ottawa's Inuit families, including landbasedcamps, access visits and evening program Liaise with other service providers, programs and professionals in the community to maintain effective linkages;•Initiate the contract agreements by workingthe with Manager of Family Well-Being for program facilities, transportation, camp staff, consultants, and Elders for Executive Director’s final signature;•Coordinate and oversee training for gender specific camps;•Adhere to budget and expenditure plan;•Demonstrate mental and physical stamina in meeting deadlines; •Demonstrate stress resistance and stamina in supporting high need parents and families;•Physical ability to access three story building; and•Integrate Inuit culture in program delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS•Inuit descent preferred;•Minimum of one year of experience delivering parent and/or family programs and services;•Experience with on-the-land campingis a strong asset;•Experience in facilitating groups, andadvocating with partners; •Previous experience working with Inuit or Indigenouscommunities;•Knowledge of Inuit culture and community;•Knowledge of issues faced by parents inan urban setting andInuit childrearing;•Strong facilitation skills;•Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software;•Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation, fiscal management,and problem-solving skills;•Ability to work independentlyina collaborative team environment;•Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment; and•Effective leadership skills.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTS•Medical certification of good health;•TB test, if applicable, and other immunizations up-to-date:•Police Record Check–Vulnerable Sector required; •First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to become certified; and•Driver’s License an asset.

Please apply with cover letter and resume by 5:00 p.m. on September 25, 2020 to:  hrmanager@inuuqatigiit.ca•We thank all who apply for this position.  Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

•When two equally qualified candidates are considered for the same position, preference will be given to the candidate of Inuit descent•This position is dependent upon funding approval.