Indigenous Family Engagement Worker (Chilliwack)

Indigenous Family Engagement Worker (Chilliwack)

10 Nov
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Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society
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Chilliwack

10 Nov

Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society

Chilliwack

Support Indigenous families in Chilliwack through culturally responsive engagement, parenting guidance, and child safety planning within an integrated team workplace.

As a Family Engagement Worker with Xyólheméylh, you will support Indigenous children, youth, and families across Stó:lō Territory. You will provide hands-on home support, facilitate family visits, and strengthen natural community supports. The work centers culture, identity, family relationships, and children's well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

- Gather information supporting family strengths, needs, and cultural identity assessments
- Facilitate visits between children in care and their families
- Model parenting skills and provide real-time feedback
- Engage families and community supports in safety goals




- Maintain accurate records and monthly caseload tracking reports

Requirements:

- Two-year Human Services diploma or equivalent education and experience
- Knowledge of Indigenous and Stó:lō cultural practices and traditions
- Understanding of colonization and historical child welfare impacts
- Effective interpersonal, written communication, and problem-solving skills
- Valid unrestricted British Columbia driver's license and criminal records check

Bring culturally grounded family support, relationship-building, and parenting education skills to Xyólheméylh's Chilliwack team.

📌 Indigenous Family Engagement Worker (Chilliwack)
🏢 Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society
📍 Chilliwack

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