Temporary Community Development With an emphasis on prevention and early intervention, the Community Social Worker utilizes a case management approach to provide strengths-based, healing-centered wraparound supports to facilitate improved social functioning, wellbeing, resilience and among Tsleil-Waututh individuals and families.

The Community Social

Worker works in a collaborative team environment under the direction of the Children, Youth and Family Services (CYFS) Manager. Tsleil-Waututh Nation is in the process of re-asserting legal jurisdiction over the care of their children, youth and families. The incumbent must be committed to decolonizing social work, play a key role in supporting the transition and be part of these efforts towards reconciliation.

Build strong relationships Tsleil-Waututh community members to gain trust and understanding of their barriers, needs and strengths, in order to provide prevention and early intervention supports Provide intake, case planning, and intervention for individuals and families at risk or experiencing social difficulties, working collaboratively with extended family and other care providers Be TWN’s primary liaison with the Ministry of Children and Family Development and Indigenous Child and Family Service (ICFS) Agencies and advocate for community members and families Provide and coordinate referrals to community resources (ie. counselling, treatment centres, BC Housing), including on-reserve and off-reserve supports Coordinate and lead case management meetings, involving staff and external agencies as appropriate, to provide wraparound supports for individuals and families Investigate, and take protective action when required in cases of child abuse and/or neglect, both alongside the Ministry of Children and Family Development’s process and based on Tsleil-Waututh’s own risk assessment Act as an advocate for clients and perform court-related services as required,



this may include travelling to support off-reserve members Maintain positive working relationships with internal and external partners, including the Integrated First Nations Unit Assist with policy and procedural document writing and development, as directed by supervisor Follow policies and procedures around privacy and confidentiality Manual dexterity required to operate computer and peripherals. Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting and supporting clients.

Environmental Conditions

Office workplace, generally quiet but at times noise can escalte. Indoor and outdoor conditions. Interacts with membership, employees, management and the general public. Overtime may be required. Travel may be required.

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from a recognized post-secondary institution, or related discipline; Valid Social Work designation, license or registration, as required by the province. Three years of related experience, combination of formal and informal education, work experience, lived experience, and cultural knowledge/skills will be considered. Previous experience working in a First Nations community and/or organization.

Displays and role models social-emotional competencies of self-awareness, empathy, flexibility, relationship-building and responsible decision-making Demonstrated understanding of the impact of residential schools, the 60’s scoop, and the overall impact of colonization on First Nations communities Knowledge of Tsleil-Waututh Nation community and Coast Salish traditional laws and culture an asset Knowledge of Tsleil-Waututh, Coast Salish or other First Nations healing practices an asset Ability to work collaboratively with clients, professionals, members of the community and multi-professional groups Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). Willing to participate in job-related workshops, courses or training to further skills, knowledge and competencies as required. Must have a valid Class 5 B.Must successfully pass a Criminal Records Check. #

📌 Community Social Worker (full Time) (Vancouver)
🏢 səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation)
📍 Vancouver