Job Description

Job Summary

The Family Enrichment Worker delivers quality family support services that are child and family focused with family and cultural values. The Family Enrichment Worker's goal is to safeguard children's well being and to develop safe environments for their growth and development.

Qualifications

Education:

Diploma in Social Services, Human services or Social Work or related field

Bachelor's degree in Social Work considered an asset

Minimum one-year social work, or experience dealing with youth, children, and families

A combination of education and experience will be considered

Experience:

Minimum one-year social work, or experience dealing with youth, children, and families

Skills and Abilities:

Excellent interviewing skills and experience in facilitation

Knowledge of family and child protection legislation

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Knowledge of all areas of child development, traditional, Indigenous family structure and process, understanding of family dysfunction and the origin of child abuse and neglect in the Aboriginal community

Proficiency in the use of computer programs for word processing, databases, spreadsheets, email and the internet, to the beginner level

Ability to work independently and build effective interpersonal relationships

Ability to self-regulate, meet deadlines, have attention to detail, and respect confidentiality

Recognizes and respects all cultural diversity and has an understanding of Indigenous culture

Working Conditions:

Travel to multiple locations will be required

May be required to work some non-standard hours

Receives regular supervision with direction and checks of the work performed

Conditions of Employment

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Criminal Records Check

Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence

Must provide a vehicle in good operating condition and appropriate vehicle insurance to meet program requirements

Directly Supervises

None
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $29.78 per hour

Benefits:

Company car Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:

Kamloops, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have a minimum of 1 year of Social Work experience, or experience dealing with youth, children, and families? Do you have knowledge of Family and Child Protection legislation? Do you identify as First Nations/Indigenous?
Work Location: In person