Lead Children and Families Services at We’koqma’q First Nation through strategic direction, operational oversight, and culturally responsive leadership. This full time role is community-based in We’koqma’q First Nation. Reporting to the Chief Wellness Officer, the Director leads services supporting children, youth, and families.

You will supervise staff, develop programs, oversee case management, and manage budgets. The role advances trauma-informed delivery grounded in First Nations values and community priorities.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead overall operations for the Children and Families Services Department
- Supervise, support, and evaluate departmental staff
- Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services




- Oversee case management and complex client situations
- Manage budgets and funding agreement alignment Requirements:
- Degree in Social Work, Health, Social Sciences, or related field preferred
- Equivalent education and experience may be considered
- Three to five years’ management or supervisory experience
- Experience working with children, youth, and families
- Knowledge of First Nations communities and cultural protocols Bring leadership, program development, budget management, and trauma-informed practice to Children and Families Services.

📌 Director Children Families Services (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Waycobah First Nation
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality