Support children's self-regulation and daily routines as a part-time Support Worker at Umbrella Family's Viola Desmond Centre in Hamilton. Use individualized strategies and empathy.
This permanent, part-time Support Worker assists children with physical, behavioural, or mental health challenges. You will work across childcare and school-age programs. The position involves collaboration with families, educators, school partners, and colleagues. Individual Education Plans, positive behaviour guidance, and consistent routines help provide individualized support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children with diverse physical, behavioural, or mental health challenges
- Implement Individual Education Plans and individualized strategies
- Guide self-regulation, social skills, and positive behaviour
- Support meals, transitions, and school pick-ups or drop-offs
- Observe, document, and report children's progress and needs
Requirements:
- Related experience supporting children with diverse abilities and behaviours
- Knowledge of positive behaviour guidance and self-regulation strategies
- Collaborative communication with families, educators, and school partners
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check and current immunization proof
Bring patience, communication, and individualized support skills to help children thrive at Umbrella Family in Hamilton's childcare programs.
Child Support Worker Hamilton employer: Umbrella Family
At Umbrella Family, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and empowering employer in the early childhood education sector. Our collaborative work culture fosters personal and professional growth, ensuring that every Teaching Assistant feels valued and heard. With comprehensive benefits, a robust retirement plan, and priority childcare placement for employees' children, we create an environment where you can truly thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.
