Improve school attendance by connecting families, schools, and community supports through culturally responsive planning in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory. Advocate for children and families.

Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services is hiring four specialists to support families involved in prevention and child welfare services. This family-centered position explores attendance barriers, establishes measurable goals, and aligns interventions with academic objectives. Specialists report directly to their immediate Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

- Serve as liaison between families and schools
- Educate families about attendance policies and academic expectations
- Set measurable goals and timelines for attendance progress
- Coordinate interventions with teachers,



counsellors, and administrators
- Monitor wellness programs and collect improvement feedback

Requirements:

- Related degree in social services preferred
- Two years of work-related experience considered
- Solid conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Ability to advocate for children and family needs
- Anishnaabemowin understanding and speaking is an asset

Bring family-centered planning, school liaison, and conflict-resolution skills to attendance services grounded in Anishinaabe values.

📌 School Attendance Family Support Specialist (Wikwemikong)
🏢 Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve
📍 Wikwemikong