Family Resource Worker

Sunshine Coast Community Services Society; Sechelt; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization located in Sechelt is seeking a part-time Family Resource Worker to support parents and caregivers with children aging from birth to six years. The role includes creating a safe learning environment, providing hands-on support, and facilitating connections among families. Candidates should have experience in Early Childhood Education or relevant training, along with knowledge of infant nutrition and development, to enhance parenting skills and promote healthy outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive and transparent compensation

Professional development support

Team building activities

Qualifications

• Experience with families and children from birth to six years.
• Ability to facilitate connections and support play activities.
• Demonstrated cultural competency with Indigenous families.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and stimulating play environment for children.
• Facilitate connections between participants and promote social skills.
• Provide information on maternal and infant nutrition.

Skills

Early Childhood Education or Family Resource Worker training

Working with women pre-and-postnatal

Knowledge of nutrition and infant development

Emergency Child Care First Aid

Group facilitation skills

Communication skills

Reliable vehicle for travel

Education

Early Childhood Education diploma

Tools

Food Safe certification

Job description

Job Title: Family Resource Worker

Location: Sechelt, BC – In person

Employment Type: Part-time

Hours per week: 8.5 to 12

Compensation: $27.13 -$28.63

About Community Services

Since 1974, Sunshine Coast Community Services Society has been at the heart of creating positive change for people on the Sunshine Coast. With a legacy built on care, dedication, and adaptability, we proudly offer over 30 impactful programs across the region. Our work spans four vital areas: Community Action and Engagement, Together Against Violence, Child and Family Counselling, and Family, Youth, and Children’s Services.

Guided by our core values—social justice, interdependence, diversity, compassion, and respect—we are driven to empower individuals and strengthen our community. We’re seeking passionate, values-driven individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of others. If that sounds like you, join us and be part of our meaningful journey!

About the Role

The Family Resource Worker works within the Bellies and Babies and Parent - Tot programs supporting parents and caregivers with children birth to six years old. The Family Resource Worker is part of a team providing a safe and welcoming environment for families and promotes healthy pregnancies to improve maternal outcomes. The Family Resource Worker creates a safe and stimulating play and learning environment suitable for the diverse developmental needs of children ages birth to six and provides hands on support and information that will assist parents and caregivers to enhance their parenting skills and nurture their relationship with their child/children. The Family Resource Worker reports to the Program Lead.

What You’ll Do

• Plans and provides stimulating play and a learning environment for children.
• Facilitates connections between participants.
• Interacts with children to develop their social skills through play.
• Shares information and resources with families on maternal and infant nutrition, infant care, development, and breastfeeding.
• Encourages positive parent participation in play activities, offering feedback and suggestions when requested or required.
• Refers families to appropriate community resources as needed.
• Assists with food preparation and serving of lunch to program participants.
• Facilitates and supports conflict resolution involving children, parents, and caregivers.
• Demonstrates cultural competency when working with Indigenous families and the community.
• Role models family-centered strategies to help parents understand their child’s behavior.
• Ensures all toys and equipment meet safety standards.
• Collaborates respectfully with colleagues to ensure effective service delivery consistent with the program mandate.
• Assists the Program Lead in creating a learning environment for students and volunteers.
• Attends monthly staff meetings set by the Program Lead.
• Responsible for distributing survey forms to families to collect material relevant for reporting or accreditation.
• Adheres to SCCSS policies and procedures and meets all legal, contractual, financial, and compliance requirements.
• Assists with other duties as required to support the efficient operation of the organization
• Ensures a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for parents, caregivers and children.

What You Bring

• Early Childhood Education or Family Resource Worker training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with women both pre-and-postnatal.
• Knowledge of nutrition, infant development, breastfeeding, and pregnancy issues.
• Emergency Child Care First Aid (including infant CPR) required
• Experience working in a program with a family-centered approach.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with participants in a non-judgmental and empathetic manner.
• Group facilitation skills are an asset.
• Successful result and maintenance of Criminal Record check.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle is required to attend programs across the Coast.
• Food Safe certification is an asset.

Why Join Our Team

• Competitive and Transparent Compensation: We value fairness and clarity in our wages.
• Professional Development Support: Paid memberships for professional designations and plenty of opportunities for growth.
• Community Impact: Be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference.
• Team Connection: Participate in our annual Off-Site Team Building Day with fun, engaging activities that foster collaboration and connection.

How To Apply

Please provide your resume as part of your application for this role. Visit our career page for more opportunities.

We are committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any part of the application process, please contact [e-mail].

“We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.”