FASD Key Worker

Lilwat Business Group; Mount Currie; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Lil’wat Child and Family Services in Mount Currie, British Columbia, is seeking a FASD Key Worker to provide family-centered support to families of children with FASD and other complex behavioral needs. This role contributes to family stability, increases knowledge for parents and professionals, and connects families with community resources.

The position requires a Diploma in Social Services or related field, at least three years’ experience, and training or willingness to obtain FASD-specific

Qualifications

• Diploma required in relevant field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a family-supportive role.
• FASD and neurodevelopmental training or willingness to obtain it.
• Experience with advocacy, referrals, crisis response, and multi-agency collaboration.
• Experience running groups/workshops for families, including remote communities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist families in navigating referrals, service systems, and accessing appropriate support.
• Support families in obtaining assessments and recommendations for home, school, and other settings.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and training to parents and caregivers through home visits and group sessions.
• Build and maintain partnerships with government, health authorities, schools, service providers, and other agencies.
• Help families develop plans to meet day-to-day needs and plan for crises and major transitions.
• Strengthen family support networks by connecting families with programs and community resources.
• Advocate for families by attending meetings with schools, health professionals, and government agencies.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and engage in ongoing professional development.

Education

Diploma in Social Services, Child and Youth Care, Human Services, or another related field.

Minimum of three years’ experience working in a supportive role with children, youth, and families experiencing complex needs.

Training and experience related to FASD, neurodevelopmental disorders, and family support, or willingness to obtain specialized FASD training.

Experience supporting families through advocacy, service planning, referrals, crisis situations, and collaboration with multiple agencies and professionals.

Experience facilitating groups, workshops, parent support programs, or community education sessions, with a creative and solution-focused approach to connecting and supporting families, including those in remote communities.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with families, community members, and partner agencies.

Job description

Mount Currie, British Columbia Full-time $54720.00-$71820.00/year

Title: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)Key Worker

Department: Lil’wat Child and Family Services

Status: Regular Full Time

Pay Grid: Salary Range 4 ($54,720.00 to $71,820.00 per year)

Report to: Assistant Director Child and Family Services

Summary of Duties:

The FASD Key Worker provides family-centered support to families of children with FASD and other complex behavioral needs. This role works to maintain and enhance family stability, increase the knowledge and capacity of parents, professionals, and the community, and ensure that families of children with FASD and complex behavioral needs have access to a network of support both in and out of community.

Key Deliverables and Expectations:

• Assist families in navigating referrals, service systems, and accessing appropriate support.
• Support families in obtaining assessments and recommendations to assist children at home, in school, and in other settings.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and training to parents and caregivers through home visits, online support, individualized strategies, and parent or family support groups, including coordinating guest speakers and education opportunities.
• Build and maintain partnerships with government, health authorities, schools, service providers, and other agencies to enhance access to support and services.
• Help families work toward goals for their children and family and develop plans to meet day-to-day needs.
• Help families plan for crises, safety concerns, and major transitions, such as moving from childhood to adolescence.
• Strengthening family support networks by connecting families with trusted programs, services, and community resources.
• Advocate for families by attending meetings with schools, health professionals, government agencies, and other service providers.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records, including regular updates and consultation with the Assistant Director.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through training, research, and readings related to FASD and complex behavioral needs.
• Perform other related duties as requested

Experience and Attributes:

• Diploma in Social Services, Child and Youth Care, Human Services, or another related field.
• Minimum of three years’ experience working in a supportive role with children, youth, and families experiencing complex needs.
• Training and experience related to FASD, neurodevelopmental disorders, and family support, or willingness to obtain specialized FASD training.
• Experience supporting families through advocacy, service planning, referrals, crisis situations, and collaboration with multiple agencies and professionals.
• Experience facilitating groups, workshops, parent support programs, or community education sessions, with a creative and solution-focused approach to connecting and supporting families, including those in remote communities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with families, community members, and partner agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, show initiative, and be a self-starter by identifying and pursuing relevant training, research, and professional development opportunities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records and manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong knowledge of community resources, government programs, health and education services, and external support available to children with FASD and other complex behavioral or developmental needs and their families.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License & clean Driver’s Abstract with access to a vehicle is an asset
• Must be able to provide a clear criminal record check, vulnerable sector

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