Family Support Worker (2 Positions)

Sagamok Anishnawbek; Sagamok; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sagamok Anishnawbek invites applications for a Family Support Worker to empower families to keep children safe and strengthen family functioning.

The role partners with families, connects them to services, and builds skills. It involves coordinating with the local community in Sagamok and nearby Sudbury, with flexibility in hours and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Preference for university degree in human Services.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience providing direct services to children and families.
• Knowledge of effective strategies, programs and services for strengthening family functioning.
• Understanding of CYFSA and protection investigations.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email.
• CPR/First Aid certificate preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Ojibwe language ability considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Engage with families to strengthen parents' confidence and competence.
• Connect families to services, tools, supports and skill-building opportunities.
• Work with Sagamok Anishnawbek families in Sagamok and surrounding areas.
• Occasional travel and flexible hours, including after-hours, as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Policy knowledge (CYFSA)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Ojibwe language (asset)

Education

University degree in human services

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

They will empower them to make choices that will keep their children safe and strengthen family functioning. The Family Support Worker is responsible for engaging and partnering with families to strengthen the parents’ confidence and competence. Staff work to get to know the families’ strengths and challenges to connect families to relevant services, tools, supports and skill building opportunities.

The Family Support Worker will work closely with Sagamok Anishnawbek families in Sagamok as well as Sudbury and surrounding areas and will report directly to the Child and Family Advocacy Unit Manager. The Family Support Worker is expected to conduct their responsibilities in a way that promotes the culture and aspirations of Sagamok Anishnawbek.

QUALIFICATIONS / TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Preference for university degree in human services.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience providing direct services to children and families.
• Knowledge of effective strategies, programs, and services for strengthening family functioning.
• Understanding of the CYFSA, and processes and guidelines for protection investigations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet, and electronic email.
• Life Skills Coaching Certificate will be considered an asset.
• Ability to understand and speak Ojibwe will be considered a definite asset.
• Local knowledge and understanding of Sagamok Anishnawbek’s services will be considered an asset.
• Preference will be given to a member or resident of Sagamok Anishnawbek.
• Hold or willing to secure, CPR and First Aid Certificate.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle for on-the-job use.
• Able to travel on short notice.
• Able to work flexible hours on short notice and including afterhours.
• Sign and comply with an annual Oath of Confidentiality.
• Must provide a Criminal Records Check prior to commencing employment.
• Incumbent is subject to six months’ probation.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.