Job Description

About the Job



The PAID Program (Parenting, Attachment & Individual Development) helps parents build strong, healthy relationships with their children through group and individual sessions. As a Family Support Worker, you'll support infants, children, and families by:

Leading engaging group sessions on parenting, attachment, and individual awareness Supporting families with tools, strategies, and resources that build attachment, communication, problem-solving, safety, and life skills Sharing knowledge of child development and guiding parents through key milestones Providing child-minding for toddlers and young children, modeling positive behaviours Assisting with group needs such as food shopping and meal preparation Working with families to identify strengths and needs, co-create goals, and develop practical intervention strategies Collaborating with MCFD and community partners to ensure family goals are met, including participating in integrated case meetings (ICMs) Offering follow-up support and referrals to connect families with additional services Assisting with operational duties in the Supervised and Supportive Visitation program

Benefits

Competitive wage range - $29.17-33.49 /hr. Extended health, dental, vision, and more Municipal Pension Plan Annual vacation starting from 3 weeks after 1 year and increasing with seniority, as per the Collective Agreement 1 day per month sick leave accrual 13 fully paid statutory holidays per year $0.61/km mileage reimbursement for work-related travel Up to $200/year toward business insurance premium upgrades Regular wage increases with hours worked Priority as an internal candidate for future job vacancies Community involvement and well-being activities Fully paid training and professional development opportunities

What You Bring

Degree (preferred) or diploma in human/social services or related field One year of recent related experience including experience facilitating educational groups Or a combination of education, training, and experience

Your unique qualities

You have the skills and insight to build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, colleagues, and care teams.



You build trust easily and form strong, supportive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and community partners You enjoy leading parent and adult learning groups and creating activities that strengthen family bonds You understand child development and model strategies that encourage healthy attachment and social-emotional growth at home and in the program You stay calm and professional when handling conflict, crisis situations, or challenging behaviours You advocate for children and families, ensuring their voices are heard and respected You thrive as part of a team but are equally comfortable working independently and taking initiative You're organized and communicate clearly, with accurate and thoughtful written documentation

Other Musts

Valid Class 5 Driver's License and clean driving record Access to a personal vehicle with Business Use insurance and $5M third-party liability (mileage reimbursement provided) Willingness to complete required training (provided at no cost); current certification in CPR-C, Mandt, SafeTALK, Safe Food Handling, MCFD Privacy, and Anti-Bullying & Harassment is an asset Union membership required (1.85% dues deducted per pay) Consent to Criminal Record Checks with vulnerable sector search (Reimbursement of related costs upon hire)

PROGRAM:

Parenting Attachment and Individual Development (P.A.I.D) with occasional support for the Supervised and Supportive Visitation

LOCATION:

Kamloops, BC

STATUS:

Full-time

HOURS of WORK:

36.5 hrs per week

SCHEDULE:

Mon to Fri - Day Hours - Requires flexible availability, including some evenings and weekends based on clients' needs.

REPORTS TO:

P.A.I.D. Program Coordinator

COMPENSATION:

$29.17 - $33.49 per hour (Grid 12 as per collective agreement)

CLOSING DATE:

Open until a suitable candidate is found

JOB NUMBER:

2025-102



If you need any accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, contact us at careers@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca.



ICS is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, visible or invisible diverse abilities, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or, citizenship or immigration status. Where bona fide occupational requirements limit the applicant selection, the burden of proof rests with the Employer.