Family Group Conference Support Worker

Listuguj; Listuguj; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Listuguj is seeking a Family Group Conference Support Worker to facilitate family meetings, provide guidance, and advocate for family empowerment. The ideal candidate will possess a Post Secondary education in Human Services and exhibit strong communication and relationship-building skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with various professionals and ensuring culturally sensitive care for families. This role requires flexibility in working hours and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary education in Human Services or acceptable equivalent or related experience.
• Ability to work independently and set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Family Group Conferences and lead family meetings.
• Provide guidance and support to families throughout the process.
• Collaborate with professionals to ensure coordinated support.

Skills

Understanding of Family Group Conference approach

Effective communication skills

Ability to develop effective working relationships

Flexibility in work schedule

Knowledge of culturally sensitive care

Education

Post Secondary education in Human Services or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Title: Family Group Conference Support Worker

Start Date: January 2026

Term: One year fixed-term

Accountable to: Listuguj Community Social Services Directorate

Summary of Function

The role of Family Group Conference Support Worker is integral in vision-building. As a support worker, you become a crucial resource in crafting a plan that involves family members in the decision-making process, transitioning from a problem-focused approach to a solution-oriented one. This shift emphasizes viewing families not merely as problems but as valuable resources. It also entails moving from a reactive stance to a proactive one, from fault-finding to claiming responsibility, and from consultation to collaboration. The role encourages a shift from a professional-centered approach to one that involves everyone in the family. Instead of crisis management, the focus is on vision-building as a cohesive unit. This model aims to enhance family accountability by mobilizing the family system rather than relying solely on professional intervention.

Job Duties

• Facilitate Family Group Conferences: Lead and facilitate family meetings where decisions about the care and well-being of a child or family member are made.
• Provide Guidance and Support: Offer guidance and support to families throughout the conference process, ensuring that they understand their roles and responsibilities, and helping them navigate any conflicts or challenges that may arise.
• Develop and Implement Plans: Work with families to develop comprehensive plans that address their needs and goals, focusing on strengths and resources within the family system.
• Advocate for Family Empowerment: Advocate for the empowerment of families by promoting their active participation in decision-making processes, encouraging them to take ownership of their situations, and fostering a sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Collaborate with Professionals: Collaborate with other professionals involved in the family’s case, such as social workers, counselors, and support services, to ensure coordinated and holistic support for the family.
• Monitor and Evaluate Progress: Monitor the implementation of plans agreed upon during family conferences and evaluate their effectiveness in meeting the family’s goals and objectives. Provide ongoing support and guidance as needed to ensure the family’s continued progress and well-being.

Requirements

• Post Secondary education in Human Services or acceptable equivalent or related experience.
• Understanding of Family Group Conference approach.
• Understand the responsibility to promote culturally sensitive care of children.
• Able to develop effective working relationships with families, young parents, and team members.
• Ability to work independently and set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to be flexible, meaning working some evening and weekend when necessary.
• Ability to implement programs, policies, and protocols.
• Ability to plan and implement an effective conference with youth and their support.
• Understand the challenges youth face generally and adolescent parents.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in written form, including effective use of computer software such as Microsoft and email.
• Understand ability to promote culturally sensitive care of children in keeping with Indigenous values and community concerns.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationship with Indigenous mandate and non-mandated organizations.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Application Instructions

Submit confidential applications, resumes, and references to:

LMG Human Resources
17 Riverside West
Listuguj (Quebec) G0C 2R0
[e-mail]

Deadline for application: Close of business Wednesday January 21, 2026