Parent Infant Advisor
Sagamok AnishnawbekOntario, Canada
Posted November 21, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Sagamok Anishnawbek, located on the north shore of Lake Huron, serves as a vibrant First Nations community that embodies the cultural heritage of the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Pottawatomi peoples. With a membership of over 2,800 individuals—half residing on the reserve and the rest in urban areas—the community prioritizes cultural preservation, language revitalization, and intergenerational knowledge sharing. Sagamok’s identity as the “two points joining” reflects its role as a unifying hub for the Three Fires peoples, fostering diversity, prosperity, and sustainable growth. The community actively promotes its rich oral traditions, legends, and sacred worldview through educational programs, cultural events, and collaborative initiatives that strengthen both local and broader Indigenous networks.
Job Description
The Parent Infant Advisor provides family-centered in-home support to parents with infants or children aged 6 years or under, focusing on their physical, communicative, cognitive, and psychological development. The role involves developing individual service plans, supporting caregivers, and promoting healthy child development.
Requirements
- College or University degree in a social science such as psychology, or social work with credits relating to child development
- A minimum of one year experience working with families and children, specifically in child and/or infant care and development
- College diploma in Early Childhood Education will be considered
- Knowledge and experience in family dynamics, effective interviewing techniques, and adult training
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Local knowledge and understanding of Sagamok Anishnawbek's services and will be considered an asset
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance