Childcare Worker

About This Role

Working as a Childcare Worker at the Saskatchewan Foster Families Association, you will provide essential support to foster families by caring for children in a foster home. This role involves childcare, light housekeeping, and assisting with transportation for family visits or outings. Flexibility and adaptability are essential to meet the evolving needs of the children and the family.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, high-quality childcare in a supportive and nurturing environment
• Assist with light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized home
• Coordinate and facilitate transportation for family visits, outings, and appointments
• Offer emotional and practical support to children and youth, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development
• Maintain effective communication with team members, foster families, and other relevant stakeholders
• Adhere to confidentiality and professional boundaries while interacting with children, families, and colleagues

Requirements

• Previous experience in childcare or early childhood development, with a preference for experience working with diverse needs and challenges
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Commitment to a healthy, active lifestyle and the well-being of children and families
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, families, and team members
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to provide a recent Criminal Records Check
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

About the Company

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is dedicated to supporting and uplifting foster families, fostering environments that nurture the well-being and potential of children and youth in care across the province.