Family Support / Pre-natal Nutrition Worker Timmins Native Friendship Centre

Timmins Native Friendship Centre; Timmins; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Timmins Native Friendship Centre is seeking a Family Support Worker / Pre-natal Nutrition Worker, a combined role supporting Indigenous families and expectant mothers in Timmins, Ontario. The position emphasizes culturally appropriate services, community outreach, and education within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include delivering the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, supporting children 0-6 and their families, and maintaining confidential records, while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Social Work or Health Sciences, or equivalent.
• Experience presenting workshops and facilitating groups.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and history, including impacts of trauma.
• Good judgment, adaptability, self-motivation, and prioritization.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication; report writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing community support services for Indigenous families with children 0–6.
• Provide holistic and preventative support to 0–6 children and families.
• Deliver the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program for at-risk pregnant women and new mothers.
• Provide nutrition education to improve health of mothers and babies.
• Develop contacts within the community to support the program and clients.
• Facilitate workshops and maintain confidential files and reports.

Skills

Workshop facilitation

Interpersonal communication

Report writing

Time management

Cree/Ojibway language asset

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Social Work or Health Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Database systems

Job description

Full-Time | Timmins, Ontario | Unionized Position

Date Posted: November 2, 2026

The Timmins Native Friendship Centre (TNFC) provides services and programs to support the cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples and assist in their inclusion and participation in urban life. We strive to improve the quality of life for urban Indigenous peoples living in the Timmins area by providing intervention, direct services, advocacy, and support in the areas of health, education, employment and training, culture, recreation, and social services.

If you are ready to work in our fast-paced environment as a Family Support / Pre-natal Nutrition Worker, submit your resume today!

Primary Objective

This combined role supports Indigenous families and expectant mothers through two complementary programs. As a Family Support Worker, the position assists in the development and provision of culturally appropriate community support services for Indigenous families, with particular attention to children aged 0-6 and their families, delivering holistic and preventative services. As a Pre-natal Nutrition Worker, the position delivers the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, identifying the needs of at-risk pregnant women and supporting the health of Indigenous mothers and their babies up to six months of age living off-reserve.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Assist in the development of community support services for Indigenous families, with particular attention to children aged 0-6 and their families.
• Provide holistic and preventative support to children aged 0-6 and their families.
• Deliver the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, supporting at-risk pregnant women and new mothers.
• Provide nutrition education and support to improve the health of Indigenous mothers and their babies up to six months of age.
• Develop and enhance contacts within the community to support the program and its clients.
• Facilitate workshops and public education forums; maintain confidential client files, records, and statistical reports.

Qualifications

• A post-secondary diploma in Social Work or Health Sciences, and/or an equivalent and relevant combination of education and experience.
• Skills and experience in presenting educational workshops and facilitating groups.
• Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with emphasis on family violence, child welfare, and the impacts of trauma.
• Good judgment, adaptability, self-motivation, and the ability to schedule and prioritize work.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with emphasis on report writing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of the Friendship Centre movement, its aims and objectives, and of TNFC's programs and services.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database applications.
• Experience working with not-for-profit, provincial, and federal funding agencies.
• Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated related work experience within an Indigenous organization or community.
• Ability to speak Cree and/or Ojibway is an asset.
• Current Standard First Aid and Level C CPR, WHMIS, and Food Handler Certificate.
• Must be licensed to drive in Ontario, insured, and have access to a safe and reliable vehicle.
• Ability to provide a clear Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.

Working Hours

Works a flexible 35-hour work week. It is mandatory to ensure the program includes a minimum of two (2) evening or weekend programming sessions per month. Working hours will accommodate the demands of the position and the needs and objectives of TNFC, at the organization's discretion. Job Health benefits, cultural and wellness days.

Salary: $50,000

Three (3) employment references will be required at the time of the interview *

Date Posted: November 2, 2026

Posting Deadline: Noon, November 17, 2026