Careers

Berry Family Child Care Society is proud to have cultivated an employee culture that includes effective communication, social emotional support, mutual respect, and opportunities to learn.  This culture has established a high level of job satisfaction amongst our staff.  Within the childcare industry, our centres have a reputation as a desirable place of work for those who are passionate about enriching the lives of children.  Diversity in staff is recognized and valued.  We believe each staff member brings unique gifts which are honoured and shared with the children and families we serve.

Competitive Compensation

We offer competitive wages, and an extended health benefits plan that includes not only medical, but life insurance and mental health support.  We ensure that our compensation package recognizes the experience and qualifications of our employees and provides the ability for advancement and growth.

 

Professional Development Opportunities

Berry Family Child Care Society invests in ongoing professional development for our staff.  We provide unlimited opportunities for training, workshops, conferences, and courses related to early childhood education, sustainability, diversity, Truth, Healing and Reconciliation and Indigenous teachings.

 

Supportive Work Environment

We foster a positive and supportive work environment and encourage open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and have an establish culture of teamwork.  Our high educator to child ratio allows staff to achieve a greater sense of job satisfaction as they have more opportunity for one-to-one collaboration with children.

 

Work-Life Balance

Promoting work-life balance by offering flexible schedules, part-time options, and opportunities for job sharing amongst staff is something Berry Family Child Care Society is proud to provide.  We understand and accommodate the needs of our staff members, especially those who may have families of their own.    Berry Family Child Care Society’s executive directors make it a priorityto ensure staff feel personally supported.

 

Staff Involvement and Empowerment

We involve staff in decision-making processes that affect their work and encourage their input and ideas on policies and improvements.  We empower staff members and value their contributions.

 

Regular Feedback and Performance Evaluation

We facilitate regular performance meetings to reflect and support staff members to improve and grow. We collaborate to set clear expectations and goals and offer support to help staff achieve these goals. We believe regular reflection and feedback sessions can strengthen communication and enhance job satisfaction.

 

Employee Assistance Programs

Employee assistance programs and resources that provide support for personal or work-related challenges are provided at Berry Family Child Care Society. These include access to counselling services, stress management workshops, and wellness initiatives.

 

Collaborative Team Approach

Collaborative team environments where staff members can work together and support each other is a priority at Berry Family Child Care Society.  We encourage teamwork, sharing of ideas and resources, and collaboration on projects.