Family Development Worker

5 months ago


Agassiz, Canada Seabird Island Band Full time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Family Development Worker’s primary goal is to support and connect families on their journey to wellness. Support and connection are provided to families who are experiencing mental health and child welfare challenges through one-on-one coaching, individual, family, and community education and awareness activities, and referral to other health and social services agencies. This position provides service to families.

SUCCESS PROFILE

What does it take to be successful working at Seabird Island? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix. 

Ethical: Maintains and promotes individual and organizational integrity and values in conduct of all activities. Flexible/Adaptable: Maintains effectiveness in varying work environments where circumstances and priorities are changing.
Effective Communicator: Demonstrates open, honest, and respectful written and verbal communication.
Proactive Thinking: Possesses the ability to anticipate future implications of current decisions and actions.
Empathetic: Possesses the ability to perceive and comprehend the feelings and viewpoints of others. Can place oneself in another's shoes and view a situation from their perspective.
Social: Motivated by opportunities to be of service to others and contribute to the progress and wellbeing of society.

WORK THAT MATTERSDo you enjoy working as part of a team and are able to deliver individual results. You thrive in an environment, which allows you to make a high impact towards the future of a First Nations Community.

We are located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver.

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BENEFITS & PERKS

Benefits vary by job type, apply after a successful probationary period and are confirmed in the interview and hiring process. 

Extended health and dental benefits, Accrued vacation and sick time, Pension plan with matching employer contributions, Access to internal training programs, professional development and skill enhancement, Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, Equitable hourly rates  Casual dress code

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Maintain confidentiality of professionally acquired information. Provide service in a non-judgmental & culturally sensitive manner. Provide services promptly and respectfully. Provide services fairly, equitably, and unbiased, according to existing policies and procedures. Is accessible, accountable, and responsive to community members. Work as a team member of the Health Department, the Child, and Family Services program. Receive referrals from community/families/individuals and/or other health services workers. Completes initial assessments and refers clients to appropriate services and programs. Assist clients to identify, develop and implement plans to improve wellness. Facilitate regular case conferences with clients and families. Maintain professional and accurate client service records. Coordinate, plan, and implement workshops on relevant topics. Maintain healthy professional boundaries with clients while promoting client independence. Consults with supervisor on client work plans and services. Identifies gaps in services and brings the information to the attention of the Seabird Island Health Team. Submit monthly narrative report on activities to the Supervisor, by the 5th day of every month for the previous month’s activities and submit program schedules two months in advance to supervisor. Attend scheduled team meetings with the Health or Mental Health Team staff members, and other meetings as requested by your supervisor. Be familiar with and adhere to the Seabird Island Band Personnel Policies and Procedures, as well as other protocols and agreements such as the Xyolhemeylh Child and Family Protocol Agreement. Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your Supervisor, Manager, Director, Executive Director, or Chief & Council.

WHAT YOU BRING

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field required. Non-violent crisis intervention certificate an asset.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Trauma-informed practice skills Having knowledge of child protection issues and experience is an asset. Ability to develop and maintain trusting, supportive, caring relationships with children and families. Excellent problem-solving skills. Excellent conflict resolution skills. Ability to balance competing priorities and to work under pressure. Flexible and creative. High professional and ethical standards. Ability to work independently yet possess a strong team spirit. Knowledge of family dynamics, addictions, and community resources

REQUIREMENTS

Proficient computer skills with the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.) Proficient interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills. Ability to agree as well as adhere to Seabird Island Band Human Resources (HR), Finance, and Information Technology (IT) Policies and Procedures, etc. Knowledge, respect and understanding of Stó: lō culture, traditions and language or willingness to learn. Experience working with First Nations community is an asset. Valid BC Driver’s License with a clean Driver’s Abstract within the last 5 years. Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CRRP)

REPORTS TO: Family Development Supervisor 

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with SIB HR Policy, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.  SIB has implemented measures to protect and prevent the spread of COVID-19. SIB is mandated under provincial health care standards that all employees provide proof of vaccination for COVID-19 unless otherwise deemed exempt under the Human Rights Code 

Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights code, preference may be given to Applicants of Indigenous, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas. 

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



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