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Alternative Care Worker - Staff Model Homes AOH GIRLS HOME – AOH BOYS HOME                                                                                                                                                                        Location: Grassy Narrows GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Alternative Care Worker – Staff Model Homes is a Full-time ( 36 hours weekly ) position. The Alternative Care Worker – Staff Model Homes is responsible for the daily care, guidance, support and direct supervision of youth residing in a staffed model home. The Alternative Worker – Staff Model Homes ensures the needs of the child are met according to Kitapinoonjiiminaanik Family Services philosophy, First Nation standards, and provincial regulations and standards.  The Alternative Worker – Staff Model Homes reports to the Alternative Care Resource Manager. RESPONSIBILITY: • Model and teach life skills, appropriate social behavior, emotional regulation, problem solving, and respectful communication. • Be able to workday/night shifts for the Staff Modeled homes. • Responsible for the direct supervision, safety and well-being of high risk and special needs children. • Schedule and plan Youth POC meeting. • Ensure all staff maintain accurate and timely documentation of Youth SMH file. • Ensure all staff administer and document medications in compliance with training and licensing standards. • Complete monthly staff schedule, ensure shifts are covered. • Responsible for weekly chore list, menu planning, assign bi-weekly shopper and meal preparation as required. • Responsible for observing and report findings to be detailed in a logbook. • Computer knowledge of Agency software. • Attend training and team meetings to stay current on all regulatory requirements. • Transport children/youth to school, appointments, and activities when needed. • Respond directly to the Alternative Care Resource Manager. • Provide AOH On-Call on a rotation schedule QUALIFICATIONS : • High School Diploma with one year direct related experience. However, a combination of skills, education and experience may be considered. • Possess a valid Class “G” Driver’s License. • Current First Aid/CPI training would be an asset. • Provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract prior to employment. • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. • Be able to maintain confidentiality and professional integrity. • Must be medically fit to work in a staffed home setting with proof of immunization & complete health assessment. Hours of work: 72/Bi-weekly Starting Salary: $58,258 - $71,449 (currently under review for 2026) Miigwetch to all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All interviewees must provide a current Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract, and three references                                                                         complete with email addresses at time of interview Human Resources c/o Unit 209 – 308 Second St. S., Kenora, ON, P9N 1G4 Fax: 807-468-7960 or by E-mail: [email protected] CLOSING DATE: April 24, 2026