Full Time, Permanent | Alert BayPosition Title: Social WorkerDepartment: 'Namgis Community ServicesSalary: $76,458-$89,908 annuallyReports to: K'wak'walast'si Child and Family Services Team LeadPosting closes: Until filledAbout The RoleThe K'wak'walat'si Child and Family Services (KCFS) team is a Delegated C3 Indigenous Child and Family Services Agency within the 'Namgis Community Services department. KCFS receives its delegation through the Provincial Director of Child Welfare, providing the agency with authority to administer parts of the Child, Family and Community Service Act (CFCSA). Under its current delegation agreement, KCFS administers C3 family services.The Social Worker supports KCFS's focus on prevention and strengthening families, with the goal of maintaining family units wherever possible while ensuring the safety and well-being of children. The role provides direct support, advocacy, referrals, and proactive strategies that promote healthy families and positive outcomes while helping mitigate potential risks.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct support to families, including voluntary support services, advocacy, and referralsMaintain voluntary support services files, including the Extended Family ProgramHelp ensure children and families have access to food, safety equipment, and other basic needsAssess and support family care homes and respite homesDevelop and implement individual and family support plans, often in collaboration with MCFDMaintain appropriate ICM case records and documentationCollaborate with other 'Namgis departments in the design and delivery of workshops focused on parenting, family wellness, trauma, addictions, poverty,



and related areasPartner with service providers on Cormorant Island and North Vancouver IslandProvide programs and services rooted in 'Namgis culture and ways of beingFollow agency protocols and standards related to the agency's level of delegation and applicable provincial legislationMaintain effective working relationships with MCFD, RCMP, the Health Centre, and other 'Namgis programsSkills and ExperienceExperience in social services, child and family support, or Indigenous community workKnowledge of the Child, Family and Community Service Act and the delegated authority processStrong organizational skills, particularly in case management and documentationUnderstanding of trauma-informed practicesKnowledge of and/or willingness to learn about 'Namgis and Kwakwaka'wakw culture, history, and valuesAbility to build and maintain effective working relationships with families, community members, colleagues, and partner organizationsEducation/QualificationsBachelor of Social Work (BSW), BA in Child and Youth Care, or a related human services degree; orA combination of related education and experienceValid driver's licence and access to a protected and reliable vehicleEmployment is subject to satisfactory employment references and a criminal record checkOther Job RequirementsOvertime and on-call work during evenings and weekends may be required from time to timeAbility to work collaboratively with families, community programs, government agencies, and other service providersCandidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning and midpoint of the salary rangePursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified applicants of Aboriginal ancestry.We thank all applicants for their interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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