The Fatherhood Matters Program (Program) includes Tier 1 and Tier 2 parenting programs and services for fathers. The program recognizes that children and youth grow within the context of their family, culture, and community. The safety, development, and well-being of children and youth are best supported through holistic approaches that are community and family focused and involve fathers.

The program supports the enhancement of promotive and protective factors and the reduction of an/or mitigation of risk factors that impact fathers, their children, and families.

Tier 1 includes low-intensity generalized and universal programming to holistically address promotive, protective, and risk factors across the social determinants of health and creatively engage fathers. Activities can include group programs, workshops, social gatherings, drop in, advocacy, navigation, and creative engagement of priority populations.

Tier 2 includes medium-intensity programming to address complex needs that require focused interventions and approaches. These interventions are evidence-informed and are typically referral based, individualized and/or goal-based. In instances where the intervention is group-based, there remains a focus on a specific area(s) to be addressed, specific strategies to address these areas, and achievement of specific goals.

POSITION SCOPE:

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Father Centric Parenting Support Counsellor (FCPSC) will set up (this is a new program and a new position) and run the Fatherhood Matter Program within the New Directions Program.

Working with the New Directions staff the FCPSC will also provide:

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Administration related duties;

2. Case Management and action planning;

3. Office management and day to day routines within the office;

4. Any other related duties.

Core Competencies/Program Goals:

Parent-Child Relationships

1. Bonding & Attachment

2. Parenting Skills

3. Parenting & Culture

4. Historical Factors

5. Parent Values, Knowledges & Experiences

Child & Youth Development

1. Typical & Atypical Development

2. Child & Youth Development from a Cultural Lens

3. Protective Factors

4. Influences on Development

5. Impacts of Trauma on the Developing Brain

Family Well-Being

1. Healthy Family Functioning

2. Influences on Family Well-Being, including trauma

3. Impact of Culture, Values, Beliefs and Experiences on Relationships

4. Approach to Family Strengths, Stressors and Risks

5. Family Goal Setting

6. Capacity Building within Families to Achieve their Goals

Health & Safety

1. Home Safety

2. Physical Well Being

3. Emotional Well Being

4. Identification & Referrals

Parenting Education

1. Parenting Education Theories & Approaches

2. Principles of Learning

3. Motivational & Coaching Techniques

4. Materials Selection

5. Research-Based Tools, Programs & Strategies

6. Guidance & Discipline Techniques/Positive Parenting

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Parenting Education within a culturally Informed Context

8. Adult Education Principles

9. Facilitation for Group-Based Learning

Cultural Responsiveness

1. Self-Reflection

2. Identification of Biases & Prejudices

3. Cultural Knowledge & Awareness: Historical and Present-Day Contexts

4. The Role of Racism, Discrimination, and Marginalization on Children, Youth, and Families

5. Exploring Family Values, Traditions, and Beliefs

6. Recognition and Support of Diverse World Views and Family Structures

Community Collaborations

1. Access to Supports and Services for Families

2. Collective and Collaborative Case Planning with Other Service Providers and Community Resources

3. Support Family Transitions to and from Other Services

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

A university degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Studies, Psychology, Sociology, or other related field, or a diploma in Early Childhood Education, Therapeutic Recreation, or Program Creation and/or Facilitation and/or equivalent combinations of training and human services experiences is required for the Child/Youth Support Counsellor position and/or lived experiences, including previous participation in programming and/or cultural, spiritual and/or social teachings.

Valid driver’s license

Current 1st Aid and CPR Certificate

Criminal Records Check

Vulnerable Persons Abuse Record check

Pay: From $57,438.00 per year

Perks:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Father Centric Parenting Support Counsellor - 12 Month Term (Amherst)
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