Indigenous Awake Overnight

About Us:

Closer to Home Community Services (CTH) is a non-profit organization located in Alberta since 1995. CTH provides a wide range of services designed to meet the unique needs of children, youth and families. Be a part of an innovative team that envisions a world where "every child is thriving within supportive family and community relationships". Join in our mission to facilitate growth and belonging in communities of meaningful relationships and where our integrity is grounded in evidence-based practice authentically informed by, and connected to, diverse cultural wisdom.

Together, we will journey with children and families to uncover strength, hope and healing, creating new possibilities for a brighter future.
CTH is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging for all; including different cultural backgrounds, spiritual beliefs, and sexual and gender diversities. We strive to be an employer of choice with a focus on wellness and connection.
Company benefits include:
Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
Extended Health & Dental Coverage
Additional Health Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Days
RRSP Matching
Company Events
Training and Professional Development
About the Position:  With guidance from Elders, Knowledge Keepers and Indigenous Staff, this community group care program ( Matomai'tsitapisskoyis ) is designed specifically for Indigenous youth who choose this as an optimal placement for themselves. The Indigenous Awake Overnight will work with a team of professionals to support Indigenous children and youth in a culturally safe and immersive home. The Indigenous Awake Overnight Staff is responsible for safety in the program by staying awake and providing intensive monitoring, supervision, redirection, and requesting support immediately as required.
Responsibilities:
Ensuring safety and providing for children and youth's daily needs, while supporting the acquisition of relevant skills which will support them to live safely and thrive in the community.
Implementing and documenting hourly room checks
Investigating any unusual night time activity in the house and contacting on-call or supervisory staff as needed to assist with any emergencies
Implementing skill development strategies, maintaining a structured setting
Managing crises and escalated behaviours
Documenting critical incident reports
Focusing on interconnectedness, including family kinship, academics, recreation and community inclusion
Supporting children and youth with strategies to enhance their mental, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being, and to increase their sense of belonging
Completing day to day household tasks such as cooking, cleaning and other duties as required
Supporting bedtime and early morning routines
Participating in supervision and meetings as needed, and implement pre-determined treatment strategies.
Supporting other group homes in Calgary/Airdrie as needed
Medication Management (includes diabetes or naloxone administered by injection)
Adhere to workplace protocols regarding animals in group homes, including reporting any allergy risks or concerns.

Qualifications:

A diploma or degree in a related field is preferred and previous experience working with vulnerable children and families is an asset; a combination of education and experience will be considered
Experience working in Community Group Care or other "in-care" programs (preferred)
Experience providing trauma-informed, family-sensitive and culturally responsive care
Deep understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing, being, connecting and doing.
Willing to work an unstructured work week, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays
Ability to manage a crisis situation in a therapeutic manner, and, if necessary, intervene physically in a manner that reduces the risk of harm.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with and relate to people of all ages
Detail oriented and organized, able to manage multiple priorities at the same time
Eager to learn and carry out the principles and philosophy of Closer to Home and the Teaching Family Model
This position requires the use of a personal vehicle for work-related purposes. Must provide proof of a Class 5 Alberta driver's license, a personal vehicle, and a clean 3-year driver's abstract and maintain $2 million liability insurance on their personal vehicle and consent to an annual driver's abstract review to meet the insurance provider's requirements. Mileage will be…