Indigenous Child and Family Services Training Contract Instructor

Indigenous Perspectives Society; Langford; On-site; CAD 55,350 - 92,250; Part time

Job summary

The Indigenous Perspectives Society in Langford, BC is looking for a Contract Instructor to deliver child welfare training to social workers. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor of Social Work and 5+ years experience.

Candidates should be knowledgeable in Indigenous social work practices and possess skills with various software tools to effectively deliver training. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in an Indigenous Child and Family Services Agency.
• Thorough knowledge of legislation and practice standards pertaining to Indigenous Child & Family Services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver child welfare training to front-line social workers.
• Provide capacity-building trainings for Indigenous communities.

Skills

Knowledge of Indigenous social work

Proficiency with MS Office

Understanding of Indigenous cultures

Education

Bachelor of Social Work or related degree

Tools

Databases

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Are you eager to contract in a dynamic environment where your passion for community, children and families is fostered? We are a not-for-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the lives and voices of Indigenous people, and we are looking for an energetic and confident contract Instructors to join our dedicated team.

The contract Instructor will deliver child welfare training to front-line social workers working in a Delegated Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies, and capacity building trainings for Indigenous communities. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, have a passion for adult education, and are enthusiastic about working in partnership with Indigenous families, Elders, and communities, then we want to talk with you!

Who we are

Indigenous Perspectives Society: Centre for Excellence in Community Education is a provincial not-for-profit organization that strengthens the voice of Indigenous communities through culturally relevant education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver child welfare training to front-line social workers at Delegated Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies.
• Provide capacity-building trainings for Indigenous communities.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Social Work or related degree.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in an Indigenous Child and Family Services Agency or experience working with/for the Ministry of Child and Family Development.
• Thorough knowledge of Indigenous social work specifically in Child Welfare, and knowledge of legislation, regulations and practice standards pertaining to Indigenous Child & Family Services.
• Sound knowledge of Indigenous communities, cultures, traditions and practices in British Columbia.
• Proficiency with computer software including MS Office, databases, PowerPoint, and ability to deliver virtually and to blended audiences.
• Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry.

Salary

Salary: Daily Fees Negotiable

How to apply

Please send your resume with an accompanying cover letter describing how your strengths and experience make you the ideal fit to [e-mail] with ‘Contract Instructor: ICFST’ as the subject line. Applications are open until filled.

Equal Opportunity

*The Indigenous Perspectives Society thanks all applicants for their interest and advises that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.