Dufferin Child and Family Services is an integrated and accredited children's services agency which strives to advocate for and provide co-ordinated quality services for children, families and adults in Dufferin County. Our primary service focus is on children most in need of counselling, support and protection from abuse and neglect, while supporting families in their central role of caring for and nurturing children.

The agency presently operates four licensed group homes in Dufferin County. An opportunity exists for a couple to be contracted as relief home parents for group homes who can have up to six children at any time. Relief Group Home Parents are required to fill in for regular group home parents / staff when they are on vacation or on weekend off.

Duties:

• To participate in the daily care of children placed in the home;
• To work collaboratively with a team of agency professionals;
• To liaise with schools, doctors, and other involved community professionals where required;
• To provide written reports as required;
• To prepare meals, to perform required household duties and assist in the weekly budget of the home.

Qualifications:

• CYW, SSW certificates, or equivalent, preferably with two years related experienced by one partner in a residential setting or extensive experience as a foster parent without formal training;
• Experience in caring for children and a demonstrted understanding / love of children;
• Skills in or a desire to learn a personal computer;
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• Valid drivers license and clear criminal record.

Please submit your resume by December 6, 2002, or call for further information to: