Education Assistant Trainee

About Native Child:​

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: Honouring 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 environment 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 environment celebrating our roots

Ready to make an impact:

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Supervisor of Youth Training and Employment, Education Assistant Trainee will:

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the supervisor in the preparation, coordination, implementation, and evaluation the program in the areas of life skills building, employment, literacy and basic skills upgrading. 

• Assist with the recruitment, monitoring, and provide referrals and other wrap around supports as necessary to support participants. 

• Assist in the areas of working with internal/external agencies regarding the preparation and implementation of the certified course. 

• Support and guidance around course material and homework. 

• Support lifestyle guidance, cultural enrichment and employment preparation. 

• Support the development of essential skills such as communication, problem solving and working with others.

• Support participants in obtaining jobs within the Office Administrative field upon completion of the program. 

• Work with the supervisor in fostering leadership in youth and build a solid foundation of emotional support. 

• Work with the supervisor in the development of individualised Educational Plans of Care, monitor and evaluate progress on a monthly basis as well as a final group progress report. 

• This position will have some work from home and will require the use of Zoom and other virtual platforms for programming.

• Provide support and assistance on the drop in floor.

• Provide kitchen support and cooking as needed. 

Other related duties and responsibilities as required. 

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• Potential candidates must be registered or eligible to register with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training  

• Must be First Nations, Inuit or Metis and reside within the Greater Toronto Area 

• High School Diploma 

• Experience working with the Indigenous community or personal lived experience would be an asset. 

Preferred Skills/Capabilities

• Must pass a police record check (Vulnerable Sector); 

• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook); 

• High literacy in Indigenous Cultures, Urban Indigenous issues, and understand the unique dynamics that exist within the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures; 

• Written and Oral Communication skills; 

• Organizational skills, ability to multitask, initiative and respect for confidentiality provide you with unique characteristics that will bring success in this position;

• Facilitation experience would be considered an asset; 

• Demonstrated understanding, and commitment to, integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Mission and values in to practice, service and relationships; 

• Demonstrated understanding of workplace Health and Safety practices and understanding of an employee’s responsibility under current legislation; and  

• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, to maintain effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity and build strong internal relationships.

*Please note that the successful candidate is required to complete a background check.

Work Environment:

• Standard office environment; minimal physical demands.• Class G License and access to a vehicle

Additional Information

Interested in this role, but don't meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply online! We know from experience that a candidate doesn't need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. 

Visit our LinkedIn Company Page or follow us on LinkedIn.

Our Commitment:

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected ground. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from Indigenous backgrounds.• In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Native Child will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources at hrncfst@nativechild.org.• We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Come join our team - and help create a difference in the community

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto