Support children, youth, and families across early intervention, school-aged OT/PT support, and CYSN Family Support programs
Participate in family interviews and conduct intake visits
Gather relevant information and assess family needs
Help address challenges affecting access to services and supports
Advocate for families and assist them in navigating and accessing appropriate community resources and services
Provide educational opportunities for staff, families, and community partners
Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, service systems, and diverse cultural and community groups
Travel regularly between FVCDC locations and throughout served communities, including family homes, childcare settings, schools, community locations, and other service sites
Requirements Bachelor’s degree in child and youth care, psychology, social work, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum three years of relevant experience working with children and families in a pediatric, child development, social services, or related setting
Training and experience supporting families experiencing stress or complex circumstances
Experience with assessment, advocacy, service navigation, and connecting families with community resources
Working knowledge of government, health, social service, and community programs supporting children and families
Ability to foster effective interdisciplinary teamwork
Solid professional written and verbal communication skills, including active listening
Strong time-management, organizational, and prioritization skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision




Strong understanding of child development and the impact of diverse abilities on development and family functioning
Demonstrated knowledge of family-centred practice and relationship-based interventions
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Ability to organize and facilitate workshops, meetings, groups, and educational activities
Ability to work effectively with families and communities from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and lived-experience backgrounds
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
A valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s licence and reliable access to a vehicle for work-related travel are required
Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in child development, family-centered practice, and service navigation, with a strong ability to advocate for families and connect them with community resources. Possesses effective communication and organizational skills to facilitate workshops and support interdisciplinary teamwork.
Highest-signal resume keywords Bachelor’s Degree In Child And Youth Care
Experience Working With Children And Families
Assessment And Advocacy Skills
Knowledge Of Community Resources
Strong Communication Skills
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills
Assessment
Service Navigation
Family-Centered Practice
Relationship-Based Interventions
Workshop Facilitation
Soft Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Time Management
Organizational Skills
Active Listening
Teamwork
Certifications & Qualifications Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence
Industry Keywords Child Development
Social Services
Community Programs
Pediatric Support
CYSN Family Support

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📌 Family Support Worker (British Columbia)
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📍 British Columbia