Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Community Services Team Leader, the Community Prevention Worker is responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of culturally appropriate Community Prevention supports. The position provides Community Prevention services in one of our five (5) communities and urban areas with an emphasis on education and early intervention. The Community Prevention Worker supports communities to build their capacity to strengthen children, young people, and families within communities by supporting the planning, development, coordination, facilitation, and assessment of Community Prevention programming and services. Communities are experts of themselves, and the Community Prevention Worker exercises this expertise and aligns plans to maintain family and community responsibility by strengthening and preserving culture through prevention-focused action, education, and advocacy.





As a member of the SCFSS organization, the Community Prevention Worker is committed to the collective response to the Call to Action through the four Strategic Directions and supports a pathway of change to exercise n?e?kepmx and syilx inherent rights. In particular, the Community Prevention Worker champions core elements of the strategic goals related to 'Culture of Caring'

OVERVIEW OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of Community Prevention programs and services Facilitates preventative and holistic wellness initiatives (eg. life skills workshops, parenting skills, land-based healing) and lead community engagement through events, capacity-building activities, and community-informed program development Collaborate with community staff to design, deliver, and evaluate culturally appropriate, strengths-based educational programming and community wellness services through workshops, training and events Support alignment of practices and programs with syilx and n?e?kepmx traditional values, protocols, and trauma-informed approaches Actively engage and connect with Member Communities, partners, and Elders to build relationships and gather feedback Collaborate with Resident Elders and Knowledge Keepers to ethically document and integrate traditional teachings Ensure Resident Elders are actively engaged and involved in consultation for program development Engage with Member Communities to identify unique cultural needs and tailor programming accordingly Promote language revitalization by embedding n?e?kepmxcin and nsylixcen across organizational practices Build capacity in community for culturally appropriate and strengths-based approaches through workshops and training Create and sustain effective strategic relationships with external service providers and partner organizations Collaborate and coordinate services with community resources to preserve family and culture Act as a positive role model to team members, clients, and community members Oversee monitoring and evaluation of practices to ensure compliance with SCFSS policies and cultural standards Ensure security and confidentiality of records and data in compliance with FOIPPA and SCFSS policies Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) policies and procedures Ensure regular reporting requirements are met for Team Leader, Executive Director, and funding bodies Support generation and maintenance of monthly, quarterly, and annual statistics and reports Provide mentorship to new hires as requested by the Community Services Team Leader Maintain and develop knowledge and skills through professional development and training opportunities Develop, monitor, and update an annual Personal Development Plan and Individual Work Plan aligned with SCFSS's strategic priorities

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Ability to plan, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate workshops, community events and programs Extensive experience working with local Indigenous communities and a comprehensive understanding of Indigenous cultural and traditional approaches, with the ability to prioritize these approaches over Western methodologies. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and other IT platforms for word processing, databases, reports, online communications, and spreadsheets. Clear Criminal Record check and Ministry of Children and Family Development Prior Contact Check required before commencement of employment. Valid Class 5 BC driver's license without restrictions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Diploma in social services, project management, education or other related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of three years of progressive experience in a social/community services setting Minimum of one year of experience working with Indigenous children, young people, families, and communities Demonstrated knowledge and professional and personal practice of n?e?kepmx and syilx traditional values, cultural practice, and protocols is an asset

MINIMUM REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Indigenous Knowledge

: applied knowledge n?e?kepmx and syilx culture and language; sensitivity to the historical and systemic impacts on Indigenous families and communities from intergenerational trauma.

Critical Thinking

: analytical, methodical, fact-based decision-making, with a capacity for creative problem solving, and considering diverse perspectives.

Project Management:

Managing timelines, budgets, logistics, risk and resources to support smooth implementation of events and programs

Collaboration and Teamwork:

respectful communication and collaboration with our member communities, service partners, external facilitators, and internal teams; centering community-defined needs and strengthening local capacity

Communication

: facilitation and presentation skills, professional business writing, and ability to communicate clearly and confidently with diverse audiences.

Motivation

: self-motivated, capable of effectively motivating others and, high productivity

Time Management

: highly organized, ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, delegate responsibilities and coordinate multiple tasks to achieve goals.

Conflict Resolution

: anticipates, diffuses, and resolves conflicts while fostering a positive work environment.

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* We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for screening will be contacted.