As the first point of access for CFI, these team members oversee all aspects of case management services including advocacy, service referrals, applications, and system navigation in the development of individual care plans.

The adult transitions navigator provides transition support to clients and families of the Child’s First Initiative program to identify, access, and navigate the adult service systems relevant to their needs. The navigator is the supportive link that ensures a full continuum of care to our clients.

Coordinate and oversee all aspects of case management services outlined above specifically for children 0-6 years old. Families are offered an initial developmental assessment for infants and children that further guides referrals to internal and external service providers based on the child's unique needs.

Works with the family to support behaviour at home, school and in the community. Positive reinforcement techniques are used to increase appropriate behaviours.

The Children’s Mental Health Therapist focuses enhancing the mental health and wellbeing of children, youth and families by weaving psychotherapy, play therapy, and art therapy alongside Indigenous informed approaches to health. The CMH Therapist will collaborate to develop mental health services that are unique to the needs of the communities and families served.

Working under the direction of the Speech Language Pathologist, the CA provides articulation and language intervention and supports to preschool and school aged children.

The CRW provides community based supports and programs focusing on infant,  children, and youth.  They work with families and community partners to meet the needs of all children.

Delivery, coordination, and support for culturally based traditional Anishinaabe approaches to wellbeing for children and families.

Our Dietitian can provide support related to diet, food, and nutrition based on a child's unique needs, providing guidance, education, and recommendations.

A child’s main job is playing and learning. Occupational Therapists can evaluate children’s skills for playing, school performance and daily activities. The O.T. then works with the child, families, caregivers and teachers to enhance their ability to participate in meaningful activities by teaching new skills, modifying environments and adapting the activity to meet their needs.

The PT works to help children achieve their maximum physical potential, improve their ability to participate in all aspects of their daily lives and improve quality of life using play based strengthening, stretching, and endurance activities.

Working under the direction of the Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist, the OT/PT Assistant offers programming for children that focus on self-care, well-being, occupation, play, leisure, function and mobility. 

The SLP will provide screening, assessment, treatment, education and support in the areas of speech, language, voice, fluency (stuttering), swallowing and feeding problems. Early identification, treatment, and prevention of these disorders is important, as the ability to communicate effectively with others is the very foundation of a child's social, emotional and educational development.