Community Family Services Advocate

Lax Kw'alaams; Lax Kw'alaams; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Extended health benefits

Dental benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

The Lax Kw’alaams Health Department is hiring a Home Family Services Worker to provide culturally safe, strengths-based support to children, youth, and families in the community. The role emphasizes advocacy, education, and connection to resources while maintaining professional boundaries.

Responsibilities include developing family support plans, coordinating meetings, and documenting progress. Minimum education includes a Human Services credential with at least one year of relevant experience

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Human Services or related field.
• Willingness to participate in training and mentorship may be considered.
• 1 year of experience with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between Ministry of Children and Families and NIFCS to support family safety plans.
• Coordinate family meetings to address safety plans and strategies.
• Provide preventative family support by connecting families with resources.
• Maintain confidential client records and prepare reports.
• Advise and assist recipients of social assistance and other programs.
• Lead workshops on substance use prevention and family education.

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Trauma-informed approach

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Diploma or Degree in Human Services

Willingness to participate in employer-provided training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Lax Kw’alaams Health Department is hiring a Home Family Services Worker to provide culturally safe, strengths-based support to children, youth, and families in the community. The role emphasizes advocacy, education, and connection to resources while maintaining professional boundaries.

Responsibilities include developing family support plans, coordinating meetings, and documenting progress. Minimum education includes a Human Services credential with at least one year of relevant experience