Family Engagement and Attendance Specialist

Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory; Northeastern Ontario; Remote; CAD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-office work

Job summary

Nakiiwin Azheyaaksin Employment Opportunity at Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services seeks a Family Engagement and Attendance Specialist. This in-office role will work within Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory to support families, enhance school attendance, and promote Anishinaabe values.

The position requires a Social Work degree or related field, with at least two years of experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of local programs.

Qualifications

• Social Work degree or related degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years work-related experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is an asset.
• Knowledge of Wiikwemkoong programs and services.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to families in prevention and at risk of child welfare concerns.
• Build trusting relationships with families to address attendance challenges.
• Conduct home visits, calls, and meetings to provide guidance and resources.
• Coordinate with teachers, counsellors, and administrators to align interventions.
• Monitor and evaluate wellness programs, collecting feedback for improvement.

Skills

Communication & interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Office software

Anishinaabemowin (asset)

Education

Social Work degree or related degree in social services field

Tools

Office software

Job description

Nakiiwin Azheyaaksin

Employment Opportunity

Family Engagement and Attendance Specialist

Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services is seeking qualified individuals to fill the positions of Family Engagement and Attendance Specialists. Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (WUT) Child and Family Services oversees and advocates for child and family matters by following the principals and ethics of Wiikwemkoong’s Gchi Naaknigewin, Wiikwemkoong’s Children’s Bill of Rights and Wiikwemkoong Community Standards. This will ensure the services are culturally appropriate to support the community’s children and families in alignment with Anishnaabe values and practices. The Family Engagement and Attendance Specialist will report directly to their immediate Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing direct services to families from the Community, involved in prevention services and at risk of and involved in child welfare services.
• Build trusting relationships with families to understand unique challenges impacting school attendance.
• Conduct home visits, phone calls, and in-person meetings to provide guidance and resources.
• Empower families through education attendance policies, academic expectations, and available community supports.
• Complete comprehensive assessments to identify academic, social, and environmental factors contributing to absenteeism.
• Develop individualized attendance improvement plans in collaboration with families and school staff.
• Set measurable goals and timelines for progress, ensuring plans are culturally responsive and family centered.
• Serve as a liaison between families and schools to promote open communication and problem-solving.
• Coordinate with teachers, counsellors, and administrators to align interventions with academic objectives.
• Build positive relationships with community agencies and service providers.
• Provide services in a manner that respects Anishinaabe culture, traditions, and values.
• Comply with Community protocols and practices when engaging with families.
• Participate in ongoing cultural learning, training, and professional development.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of primary and secondary wellness programs, collecting data from programs being completed and obtaining feedback to continually improve and adapt initiatives to better serve the community.

REQUIREMENTS

• A Social Work degree or a related degree in social services field is preferred.
• 2 years’ work-related experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory’s programs and services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advocate for children and family’s needs.
• Excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with various office systems and proficient computer skills.
• Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is a definite asset.

Salary: $83,851 (Grade 8, Step 1) Location: In-Office Wiikwemkoong

Posting: November 9, 2026 Closing Date: November 30, 2026

Confidential: Family Engagement and Attendance Specialist – Child and Family Services

Box 112 19A Complex Drive

Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve

Wiikwemkoong ON P0P 2J0

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