Supervisor, Indigenous Child and Family Centre

About the role

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto (NCFST) is hiring a replacement, regular full-time Supervisor for its Indigenous Child and Family Centre (Mt. Dennis) in Toronto. Reporting to the Manager of Early Years, Youth and Community Programs, the Supervisor leads a culturally grounded, relationship-based environment that supports the holistic development of children, families and community members. The role is based in the office at 1290 Weston Road.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of culturally grounded early learning, youth and community programs
• Guide emergent programming where Indigenous pedagogies are primary, alongside external frameworks
• Build relationships with Indigenous families, Elders, Knowledge Carriers and community partners
• Ensure programs promote cultural safety, identity development and belonging
• Support staff in applying Indigenous practices in daily work
• Oversee program operations, scheduling and compliance with EarlyON, OCA Standards and licensing requirements
• Provide day-to-day supervision, coaching and mentorship to staff and students
• Help oversee budgets, reporting and program data, and coordinate outreach, forums, partnerships and networking committees
• Contribute to site safety and building maintenance oversight

Required profile

• Post-secondary education in social services or equivalent, with at least 2 years supervising an Early Years or Community Program
• Passed vulnerable sector police record check
• Current First Aid and CPR (Level C) certificates
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (Childcare and Early Years Act, Toronto Public Health, Quality Assurance, Occupational Health and Safety, Early ON guidelines, Ontario Camp Association)

Required skills

• Leadership, communication and relationship-building skills
• Computer skills for scheduling, data entry, budget management, fee collection, report writing and program quality control
• Understanding of workplace health and safety practices

What we offer

• Salary of $88,193-$106,569
• Health and dental coverage, life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program, retirement and savings plan
• Learning and development opportunities, maternity leave top-up, paid vacation and days off