Job Description

FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER

?aq'am (Cranbrook, BC)

Full Time - Permanent

Who We Are:

Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child & Family Services (KKCFSS) is a non-profit Delegated Aboriginal Agency governed by the Ktunaxa Nation Council Social Sector Board. KKCFSS is available to Ktunaxa citizens, First Nations, Metis and Inuit living on and off-reserve in the Ktunaxa Traditional Territory.

KKCFSS believes in a holistic approach to providing services with some fundamental beliefs:

Healthy communities make healthy children. Children are the future of our, and all, nations. Children have the right to a safe, secure and culturally appropriate family and community experience. Children have the right to grow up connected to their family, community and culture. Families have the right to culturally relevant services.

The Opportunity:

The role of the Family Support Worker is to provide hands-on support to families and youth, promoting community connections, health and wellness.

In the Role as Family Support Worker, You Will:

Provide 1 to 1 youth support and facilitate youth group activities with a focus of preserving the connection to family, community and culture

Conduct needs assessments of an individual or family

Assist with the development of individual or family support plans

Implement strategies to address goals established in the Family Support Plan

Follow case management procedures

Liaise and co-ordinate with community child and family services, health professionals and outside agencies

Make referrals for other identified services

Advocate for families

Complete home visits with clients, throughout the Ktunaxa Nation territory

Assist in the planning and facilitation of a variety of workshops, events and gatherings

Update and maintain confidential client files

Attend staff meetings as requested

Attend workshops and training as required

Provide reports as needed

What You Will Bring to the Role:

Two-year diploma in Human Service Work, Early Childhood Education or a Certificate in Social Work

Two to Three years of related experience

Working knowledge of Child Development

Experience working with families at risk

Ability to work independently and within a team

Sound knowledge of aboriginal issues both historical and current in British Columbia and Canada

A commitment to confidentiality

A valid drivers' license and reliable vehicle available at work

Ability to work collaboratively and effectively

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Self-direction, flexibility and creativity

Ability to work modified work schedule

Our Commitment to You:

Excellent compensation package Generous and flexible time off options unique to KKCFSS, promoting work life family balance Education and professional development opportunities Starting Salary of $49,372 - $57,624.

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Please submit your cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources

Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child and Family Services Society

7472 Mission Road

Cranbrook, BC V1C 7E5

Email: kkcfssrecruitment@ktunaxa.org

Preference will be given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other Indigenous ancestry. If you are a Ktunaxa citizen who is interested in this opportunity but do not feel you have the necessary qualifications, please contact the Ktunaxa Nation Council Education and Employment Sector.

We thank those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $49,372.00-$57,624.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance Mileage reimbursement On-site parking Paid time off Relocation assistance RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care Wellness program
Work Location: In person