Family Support Worker

Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services; Sutton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-service Indigenous Child Well-Being Agency in Sutton, ON seeks a Family Support Worker to provide essential support to children, youth, and families in care. Responsibilities include supervising visits, ensuring safety, and assisting with case management. Ideal candidates possess a diploma in Human Services and relevant experience. The role entails working within flexible hours, supporting the well-being of families in a culturally responsive manner.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Human Services with at least one year of relevant experience.
• Experience in Indigenous Child-Wellbeing is an asset.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during community outings for children/youth.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children/youth under care.
• Document detailed case notes.

Skills

Experience in Child Welfare

Effective communication skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Education

Diploma in Human Services

Human Service Certificate

Job description

Position: Family Support Worker (1 Full-Time Contract Vacancy Until March 2027).

Location: Sutton, ON

Starting Salary Range: $55,956.29 to $64,568.95.

Closing Date: August 13, 2025

Mandatory: A completed Application Form found on our careers page (www.binnoojiiyag.ca/careers) MUST be included with your resume for your application to be considered.

To review the full job description, please visit our careers page (www.binnoojiiyag.ca/careers).

Position Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Family Support Worker is responsible for providing support alongside front-line staff regarding children, youth, and families in care or customary care. Family Support Workers assist with case management duties, monitor court-ordered family visits, support families involved with child wellbeing services, and undertake social service responsibilities that complement the role of the worker.

Responsibilities

• Providing support during community outings for children/youth.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of children/youth under care.
• Assisting in executing plans for children, youth, or families as directed by the Supervisor.
• Documenting detailed case notes.
• Modeling appropriate behaviors and language.
• Providing transportation as directed.
• Encouraging positive communication with children, youth, and families.
• Empowering families to feel valued.
• Supervising access visits.
• Reporting any child/youth at risk or needing protection immediately.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Education and Experience: Diploma in Human Services with at least one year of relevant experience or a Human Service Certificate with at least three years of experience. Experience in Child Welfare or Indigenous Child-Wellbeing is an asset.

Availability

Office hours are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Staff may work outside these hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on client needs.

How to Apply

• Email your application to [e-mail], including:
• Application for Employment (available at www.binnoojiiyag.ca)
• Preferred location
• Resume with three work-related supervisory references
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Priority is given to applicants who identify as First Nations, Inuit, Métis, or have close affiliations, as we are an Indigenous Child Wellbeing Agency.

About Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services

We are a multi-service Indigenous Child Well-Being Agency providing culturally based, family-focused wraparound services to children, youth, and families. Our services include Child & Youth Mental Health, Addictions, Youth Justice, Youth in Transition, Child Welfare, and Alternative Care. We are committed to supporting our communities with care, authenticity, and respect for spirit, forming a holistic, inclusive, and nonjudgmental circle of care.