Ladysmith Family and Friends (LaFF) Family Resource Program is seeking a fun loving, creative and caring individual to join our close-knit team to support our families and deliver quality programming during a variety of LaFF’s activities and programs. This is a casual/on call position – someone who can cover shifts for vacation, illness, summer or any other fill ins where staff are needed.

Main responsibilities will include welcoming families; facilitating programs; encouraging participation by families in all aspects of program; creating and implementing play-based learning activities; maintaining program equipment and representing and promoting LaFF positively within the community.

LaFF’s ideal candidate will have experience working with children and families, combined with formal education in a family centered training program or a willingness to obtain it upon hire. Up to date First Aid and CPR are essential, and a Criminal Record Check must be completed prior to beginning work. The ability to work with a wide range of families and children and be part of a team which creates and nurtures a supportive and caring community environment is essential.

Nutritional, Health and Wellness Training, Volunteer Management, and /or Special Event Coordination would be considered an asset.

The successful candidate will be “on call” and will fill in for current part-time staff. Availability for variable daytime and possible evening hours is required. LaFF offers a market-competitive salary. For more information about LaFF, and to view the full visit www.familyandfriends.ca.

Please submit your resume to [email protected]

Applicants short listed will be contacted – thank you for your interest.

LaFF….where we believe it takes a community to support a family to raise a child.

Ladysmith Family and Friends Program Facilitators -

LaFF Facilitators will work under the direct supervision and guidance of the Executive Director to ensure quality program delivery to the families that attend Ladysmith Family and Friends resource program.





Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Welcoming Families

● Greet and familiarize families with the program

● Facilitate set up of tables, supplies, stations, coffee and food

● Encourage participation by families in all aspects of the program, including daily duties and volunteering for special projects.

● Establish and maintain rapport with families

Program Delivery and Maintenance

● Create and implement a variety of play-based learning stations which promote parent – child interaction.

● Interact with children based on their developmental level.

● Attend any inter-agency meetings as delegated by the Executive Director on LaFF’s behalf.

● Assist with building a volunteer base for participation within the organization and its sanctioned events.

● Facilitate appropriate resource supports for families.

● Facilitate and support participants with respect to their culture and values.

● Regularly clean toys, eliminate hazards, and perform safety checks of all equipment.

● Sign in all participants and facilitate data collection and stats of program attendance.

● Purchase craft and food supplies or add to shopping list.

● Organize donations and storage areas.

● Manage daily cash intake, including recording and securing money appropriately.

● Appropriately represent and promote LaFF within the community.

● Maintain confidential ties with families and information sharing with LaFF staff as appropriate

● Co-ordinate, prepare, and deliver community wellness packages (plants, food packages, craft kits, etc.) to support families during COVID-19.

● Conduct community outreach via email and phone to provide support and information to families.

● Plan, implement,



and facilitate special program initiatives including communications and participant recruitment

● Create on-line social media content to support LaFF programming initiatives (ie activities such as yoga, reading, singing).

● Utilize personal protection equipment (PPE) when appropriate.

● Maintain support of community members during COVID-19 via social media, text messaging, phone calls, Zoom, and in-person liaison maintaining social distancing recommendations.

● Assists Executive Director in implementation of on-line programming and community support initiatives as needed.

Communication

● Maintain regular communication with other staff members and Executive Director through frequent check ins via Zoom, text messaging, phone, or email and attendance at regular staff meetings via Zoom or in-person meetings.

● Timely reporting of any incidents occurring at LaFF to the Executive Director both verbally and written in accordance with LaFF procedures.

● Timely submission of time sheets to the administrative assistant for processing and approval by the Executive Director.

● Recognize when it is appropriate to refer community members to other services such as counselling

● Recognize when there is a Duty to Report

Staff Development

● Willingness to participate in regular staff enrichment opportunities

● Recognition of the importance of child and family development theory and commitment to further education as need and opportunity arises.

● Regular maintenance of First Aid and CPR certification and Food Safe

Qualifications

● Background and experience in working with families and children. Experience with children that have special needs would be considered an asset.

● Formal education in a family centered training program, early childhood education or certificates in child and family development, i.e.: Mother Goose training, Triple P Parenting programs

● Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $22.70 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 On-Call Program Facilitator (Ladysmith)
🏢 Ladysmith Family and Friends
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