Summary The Family Support Worker promotes the safety, stability, and well-being of children, youth, and families within the Gitsegukla community. This position provides prevention, early intervention, advocacy, and family support services using a strengths-based and family-centred approach.

The role includes direct client support, case coordination, community outreach, and collaboration with Gitsegukla departments, community members, and external service providers.

What you will do

- Provide one-on-one support to families, caregivers, and youth.
- Develop and deliver family-centered prevention programs and workshops.
- Assist families in accessing community and external resources, including housing, health, education, addiction services, and income assistance.
- Provide crisis response, de-escalation, and referral support when required.
- Develop strengths-based support plans with families and adjust strategies as needed.
- Advocate for clients with external service providers and agencies.
- Support access to cultural teachings, land-based learning, language, and community healing practices.
- Work collaboratively with Elders, knowledge holders, cultural leaders, departments, agencies, and service providers.
- Maintain accurate case notes, intake forms, service plans, and outcome reports while ensuring confidentiality.
- Assist with program evaluations, reporting, statistics, and recommendations for program improvement.




- Participate in team planning and discussions related to community wellness and child and family development.

Qualifications: Education and Experience

- Certificate or diploma in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Indigenous Studies, or a related Human Services field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of direct experience in family support, social services, community outreach, or prevention programming.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- High School Diploma or an equivalent.

Skill Sets and Competencies

- Understanding of Indigenous approaches to child and family wellness, including intergenerational trauma and cultural healing.
- Knowledge of community resources, BC child welfare legislation, including Bill C-92, and family support best practices.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a quick-paced and emotionally complex workplace.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to maintain records and complete reports.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, to meet client needs.
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Clearance

· Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected], with the position title in the subject line.

Work Location: In person

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🏢 Gitsegukla First Nation
📍 Kitimat-Stikine