Supervisor, Indigenous and Child and Family Centre (Mt.Dennis)

Replacement-Regular Full-Time

Location: In Office- 1290 Weston Rd., Toronto

Salary: $88,193-$106,569

Advantages: Yes

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, (NCFST) strives to provide a life of quality, well-being, caring and healing for our children and families in the Toronto Indigenous Community. We do this by creating a service model that is culture-based and respects the values of Native people, the extended family, and the right to self-determination and through the integration of holistic, culturally based prevention services that are child centered, family focused, and community driven.

At Native Child, we are guided by our purpose: Honoring Our Roots, Embracing Our Future. We are inspired to be and do our best, recognizing the profound impact we have on our communities, our people, and our shared heritage. Our commitment to preserving and celebrating Indigenous culture drives us to be a leading force in our region. Here, you are welcomed into an inclusive and supportive setting that values each individual's contributions and fosters collective success.

Why You’ll Love It At Native Child

- Competitive Benefits Package, tailored to meet your needs, including health and dental coverage, life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A Retirement and Savings Plan that provides you with the opportunity to build and add value to your savings.
- Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your professional growth.
- Maternity leave top-up.
- Generous Paid Vacation and Days-off.
- A Culturally rounded setting celebrating our roots.

Position Summary

Ready to make an impact:





Under the direction of the Manager of Early Years, Youth and Community Programs, the Supervisor of the Indigenous Child and Family Centre provides leadership grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. The Supervisor is responsible for fostering a culturally grounded, relationship-based environment where children, families, and community members are supported in their holistic development - spiritually, emotionally, physically, and mentally.

This role ensures that programs are community-driven, culturally rooted, and responsive to the strengths and needs of Indigenous families, while aligning with relevant legislation and funder requirements. The Supervisor supports families in strengthening identity, connection, and belonging, and plays a key role in weaving together culture, community, and service delivery. Guiding Approach: Indigenous Ways of Knowing, Being, and Doing Ground all programming, relationships, and decision-making in Indigenous teachings, values, and cultural practices.

Guiding Approach: Indigenous Ways of Knowing, Being, and Doing

- Foster environments rooted in respect, reciprocity, relational accountability, and community connection.
- Support the integration of land-based, cultural, and intergenerational learning opportunities.




- Ensure services reflect distinctions-based approaches and honour diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis identities.
- Balance Indigenous knowledge systems with required external frameworks (e.g., ELECT, EarlyON) while maintaining cultural integrity.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the development and implementation of culturally grounded early learning, youth, and community programs rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing.
- Guide the implementation of emergent programming where Indigenous pedagogies primary and external frameworks support culturally rooted practice.
- Build and sustain meaningful relationships with Indigenous families, Elders, Knowledge Carriers, and community partners.
- Ensure all programs promote cultural safety, identity development, and belonging for children and families.
- Support staff in strengthening their knowledge and application of Indigenous practices in daily work.
- Oversee program operations, scheduling, and adherence to EarlyON, OCA Standards and licensing requirements.
- Provide day-to-day supervision, coaching, and mentorship to staff and students.
- Support in the oversight of budgets, reporting, and program data in alignment with organizational and funder expectations.
- Coordinate community outreach, forums, partnerships, and networking committees.
- Ensure safe, welcoming, and inclusive program environments.
- Support in the overview of site safety and building maintenance needs.
- Other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications And Skills

- Post-secondary education in social services or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years

📌 Supervisor, Indigenous Child and Family Centre (Canada)
🏢 Native Child and Family Services of Toronto
📍 Canada