Family Service Worker - Member First Nation Department

Dnaagdawenmag-Binnoojiiyag-Child-; Midland; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services in Ontario is seeking a Family Service Worker to contribute to the safety and empowerment of Indigenous children, youth and families involved with the child welfare system. The role emphasizes risk assessment, intervention and prevention within a wholistic, inclusive framework and partnerships with First Nation communities.

You will work as part of the Member First Nation Department to support Beausoleil First Nation and community members, using

Responsibilities

• Specialize in risk assessment, intervention, and prevention from a wholistic and inclusive lens.
• Help families access resources and empower them to overcome challenging situations.

Job description

Full-Time Contract Vacancy (Until July 2028)Purpose of the Position:Within the Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services Service Model, the protection of children and youth is a total community responsibility, everyone has a role to play. Indigenous people have an inherent right and responsibility to raise children in ways that are consistent with traditional child rearing practices. First Nation, Inuit and Métis communities retain the authority to fully participate in decisions regarding their children's care and well-being. These partnerships are described in service agreements and protocols that the Family Service Worker respects and adheres to.As part of the Member First Nation Department, this position will provide support to Beausoleil First Nation and their community members.The Family Service Worker plays an integral role in fostering positive outcomes for children, youth, and families who become involved in the child welfare system. This role is a primary contributor to the safety, resilience, and empowerment of Indigenous children, youth, and families.Specializing in risk assessment, intervention, and prevention from a wholistic and inclusive lens, the Family Service Worker strives to help families access resources and be empowered to overcome challenging situations.The Family Service Worker contributes to the strengthening of Indigenous families and honours the strengths and inherent capacities of Indigenous communities, utilizing culturally appropriate community-based services, internal resources, and as part of a team, to address the needs of Indigenous families.To review the full job posting and to find information how to submit your application, please visit our careers page (www.binnoojiiyag.ca/careers)