Job Description

Position Summary:

Wasauksing First Nation is accepting applications for a Family Wellbeing Worker. The Family Wellbeing Worker is a full-time position reporting directly to the Supervisor / Manager of the Child Wellbeing Team. The program will provide culturally responsive prevention support and services to families via the facilitation of participant-based activities, workshops, presentations and programming. The position will provide and promote a wide range of supports and activities to foster overall family and community well-being.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Implement programming such as preparation for parenting, preconception component, prenatal care and postnatal care. Assess the need for support of children and families. Coordinates client referrals to other community resources, such as elders, when appropriate. Guides community services for children and their families, such as healthy babies, family wellbeing and prevention. Operates in accordance with and ensures compliance to the Wasauksing First Nation Administrative, Finance and program policies and procedures as may be updated and amended from time to time. Adheres to the Wasauksing First Nation Health and Safety regulations. Adheres to strict guidelines and understands the nature of confidentiality. Participates as a member of the Child Wellbeing multi-disciplinary team alongside Band Advocates, Band Representatives, Prevention Services, Community Caregivers and other Wasauksing First Nation departments as applicable. Promotes and facilitates family-oriented activities and programs in a culturally relevant, safe and supportive manner. Ability to prioritize and maintain confidential files and case notes as applicable Advocates when necessary, on behalf of Wasauksing First Nation children, youth and families to internal and external collateral support services as needed to best support identified needs. Designs, develops and prepares proposals for funding programs and services to enhance existing or new program ideas and visions. Coordinates referrals to various internal and external support services as needed, examples may include educational, mental health or other related areas. Liaise with other First Nations, program agencies and related organizations/institutions to network effectively to benefit the Wasauksing First Nation community. Attend appropriate workshops, seminars and training opportunities as required or assigned to remain current on topics related to the position. Self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills The ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager Adhere to all policies and procedures of Wasauksing First Nation and any other relevant policies and procedures from external agencies and partners.

Education & Experience:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (grade 12) or equivalent, an asset; Community College Diploma in social services or related field, an asset. 4 years' experience in providing First Nation or other Anishinabe services, an asset. Ability to speak, read and understand Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway Language) is an asset Previous experience working with First Nation children , youth and families would be considered an asset
Knowledge of First Nation customs , culture and belief systems would be considered an asset.

Other Requirements:

Must have a proficient level of communication skills, verbal and written. Must possess excellent organizational and time-management skills. Excellent computer skills an asset. Be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Child, Youth, and Family Service Act, the Child's Rights, and the Indian Act. General knowledge of community, customs and traditions. Must possess a current and valid Driver's License and dependable vehicle. Provide a current CPIC




Training will be provided to the selected candidate.

Applications must be received no later than Tuesday, November 11, 2025 @ 4:00 pm