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Under the general direction of the Health Director, direct supervision of the Community Health Nurse, and in conjunction for some clinical supervision with the Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC) Maternal Child program Coordinator, the Child Advocate will work collaboratively with staff to improve the wellness and social outcomes for children, their caregivers, and elders.
This position will support program and service delivery that recognizes an integrated and holistic approach to wellness.
The Child Advocate will provide support, information and linkages to other programs or services to foster healthy parenting and healthy child development. Community specific needs will be identified and programming will be determined incorporating the strengths of the individuals and their families, other staff, programs and services and the community.
The Child Advocate will also assist our Health Care Team in providing integrated and holistic community health programs.
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Essential Skills
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
Additional Skills
- Administrative and office activities
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Child abuse registry check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Target Groups or Clients
- Families