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Parent Support Worker
Lac La Ronge Indian Band
La Ronge, SK
Full-time · Contract
…attitude and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. The Parent Support Worker will assist the Maternal Child Health Program by improving health outcomes for pregnant women and…
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Parent Support Worker - La Ronge
Lac La Ronge Indian Band
La Ronge, SK
Full-time
…attitude and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. The Parent Support Worker will assist the Maternal Child Health Program by improving health outcomes for pregnant women and…
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Parent Support Worker
Lac La Ronge Indian Band
SK · Sucker River, Saskatchewan
Full-time
…attitude and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. The Parent Support Worker will assist the Maternal Child Health Program by improving health outcomes for pregnant women and…
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Parent Education & Support Worker
Macaulay Child Development
Toronto, ON
Up to $51,705 CAD / year
Full-time
The Parent Education and Support Worker promotes effective parenting/caregiving and child development by providing parent support and education through evidence-based parenting techniques…
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Parent Support Worker
Lac La Ronge Indian Band
La Ronge, Saskatchewan
Full-time
…attitude and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. The Parent Support Worker will assist the Maternal Child Health Program by improving health outcomes for pregnant women and…
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$26 to $39.01 CAD / hour
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communicate with parents/guardians of Aboriginal students on providing Aboriginal Education support services.
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communicate with parents/guardians of Aboriginal students on providing Aboriginal Education support services.
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communicate with parents/guardians of Aboriginal students on providing Aboriginal Education support services.
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Macaulay Child Development

Parent Education & Support Worker

Toronto, ON, Canada

Pay: Up to $51,705 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Working hours: 35 Hours/Week
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 30, 2026

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Helping kids, families and communities thrive since 1932.
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Parent Education and Support Worker

Temporary full time

HOURS OF WORK: 35 Hours/Week

START DATE/TERM: September 21, 2026 - September 17, 2027

VACANCY: Replacement

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Family Education & Support Programs

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Parent Education and Support Worker promotes effective parenting/caregiving and child development by providing parent support and education through evidence-based parenting techniques and early child development strategies and by providing information, referral and facilitated access to community resources to isolated, high need/high-risk parents of children birth to six years, including prenatal women in a variety of languages.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct a range of outreach activities to reach vulnerable families and liaise with other agencies to reach and meet the needs of families, including high risk/isolated families
Provide home visits in accordance with program protocols
Provide service in collaboration with public health nurses for Healthy Babies Healthy Children referrals
Establish relationship with families and work with them to identify needs and goals
Implement strategies to facilitate the early identification of children’s special needs (such as developmental screening)
Carry out a range of educational activities to promote optimal development and well-being of children and model appropriate parenting skills
Provide information on parenting, child development and child guidance through 1:1 family home visits and parenting sessions in group settings
Provide and promote social support, including the development of parent networks
Link and accompany parents and children to community programs and services
Communicate respectfully and responsively with families, parents, caregivers and children.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community services and resources to support families
Mentor or supervise students and volunteers
Perform other tasks as delegated or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Early Childhood Education, Social Service Work, or Psychology degree/diploma; or relevant equivalent experience
Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators or Social Work (if applicable)
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English is required; ability to communicate in additional languages an asset
Experience parenting
Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of families living under stress
Knowledge of child development and parenting skills and issues
Demonstrated extensive knowledge of community resources
Experience designing and facilitating workshops and group training sessions for adults
Excellent interpersonal and listening skills
Computer literacy required together with proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Internet and email
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with parents/families, colleagues and service providers of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Ability to work all shifts: day, evening and weekend hours as required
Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize
Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification
Acceptable Vulnerable Sector Police Reference Check

SALARY: Parent Education and Support Worker Salary Scale ($28.41/hour - $51,705 per annum) with Competitive Benefits Package (health & dental) and paid time off entitlements (starting at 20 vacation days & 3 float days).

THIS POSITION IS WITHIN THE CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT.

Internal candidates: Apply through the Internal Career Centre on ADP Sign In | ADP WFNPORTAL.

External candidates: Apply through the Macaulay Job Opportunities Page at https://macaulaycentre.org/opportunities/job-opportunities/

INTERNAL APPLICATION PERIOD FOR CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT:

August 31, 2026 – September 4, 2026

DATE POSTED: August 31, 2026

Macaulay Centres for Children values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion. We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.

Macaulay Centres for Children offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted by the agency regarding a career opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Macaulay Centres for Children is committed to service and employment equity.

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Responsibilities

The worker provides parent education and support through home visits and group sessions to promote child development and family well-being. They also conduct outreach activities and connect families with community resources to address specific needs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education, Social Service Work, or Psychology. Proficiency in English and Spanish is required, along with relevant experience in parenting or family support.

Skills

Parent education
Child development
Outreach
Home visits
Developmental screening
Workshop facilitation
Case management
Interpersonal skills
Time management
Microsoft Office
First aid
CPR-C
Bilingual communication
Community resource navigation

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
20 vacation days
3 float days

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Keywords

Parent Education
Child Development
Social Service
Early Childhood Education
Outreach
Home Visits
Community Resources
Workshop Facilitation
Microsoft Office
First Aid
CPR-C
Vulnerable Sector Check
Family Support
Bilingual
CUPE Local 2563

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