Community Information Resource Specialist

Are you seeking rewarding work? Do you want to add value toyour community? CDRCP is currently seeking a visionary thinker that is positive and self-motivated. Come join our team of passionate difference makers!

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Position:  Community Information Resource Specialist

Reports To:

Supervisor, Info Peel and Service Pathways
Job type:  Full Time Permanent

Work Hours:

35 hours/week (Monday
- Friday occasional evenings and weekends, hybrid work model)
Salary:  $50,000 to $55,000 annually
As part of the Info Peel team, the Specialist will support clients requiring assistance or information related to early years, childcare,children and youth with special needs and respite supports.
WHAT THIS POSITION HAS TO

OFFER:

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to makean impact and gain unique work experience by:
supporting families and youth with special needs in setting and reaching individual goals
completing intakes to variety of community programs to ensure families are supported appropriately
transfer files through centralized database to partner agencies
workingon a variety of databases that promote information and resources to families and the community at large
providing the community with any information or resources they may require to meettheir needs
maintaining positive relationships with new and existing partner agencies
planning,organizing and facilitating workshops and community outreach opportunities
creating and implementing new innovative projects that support community partnerships
being exposed to diversity in working across a variety of programs within theInfoPeel department’s portfolio including but not limited to;
System Navigation, Childcare information, Kids Pathways Peel, Service Coordination, SNIP, Community Services and Respite Services
participating in ongoing professional development and education through workshops and information sessions
working towards and obtaining CIRS certification
CDRCP offers competitive benefits to qualifying positions,learning opportunities and a chance to work on a team of dedicated professionals.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

The successful candidate will:
3 years of related work experience in two or moreareas including preschool, school age, licensed home child care and/orearly years services is an asset
Registered Early Childhood Educator is a requirement
Have a minimum of a diploma or degree in social services, human services, child and youth, social work, psychology orrelated field. Registration with the applicable college considered anasset
Minimum 3 years experience in related community and programs
be strongly versed on special needs and developmental services within the Peel Region
be capable of working with a variety of databasesi.e. client and information based
be a visionary thinker and demonstrate innovative practices
possess knowledge of Information and Referral Services (I&R) and AIRS Standards (an asset)
be committed to successful completion of CIRSCertification Exam within 2 years of employment
be efficient at utilizing social media tools
have the ability to facilitate workshops and presentations
be knowledgeable and experienced working with persons with special needs
have a strong IT skill set and the ability to keep upto date and effectively meet current technology needs
produce a valid vulnerable sector check
possess a valid Driver’s License, a safe driving record and access to independent transportation
be fluent in French or a second language (an asset)
be professional and positive
demonstrate strong judgement
be reliable and flexible.
Job responsibilities are subject to change under the direction or assignment of the Chief Executive Officer
CDRCP is committed to ensuring that employment decisions aremade equitably, and that employment barriers are eliminated in accordance withthe Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Employment decisions are made based on experience, skills, attributes and qualifications. Candidates that require accommodation during the application process are encouraged to contact the Hiring Manager CP is committed to accommodating any applicant with a disability, as required by law, during the recruitment, assessment and selection process.

Please notify us if you require accommodation.
Important Security Notice – Protect Your Personal Information
We will never contact you by phone, text message, email, or social media to ask you to:
Share personal information such as your SIN, banking details, or passwords
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If you receive any communication claiming to be from us that seems suspicious or asks you to provide personal or financial information, do not respond. Instead, please:
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