Family Service Worker - Member First Nation Department

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services; Midland; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services in Beausoleil First Nation community seeks a Family Service Worker for a full-time contract through July 2028. The role supports children, youth and families involved with child welfare, upholding safety, resilience and empowerment through culturally grounded services.

You will collaborate with First Nation partners, use risk assessment and prevention approaches, and connect families to resources within a holistic framework, respecting

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.