Indigenous Child and Family Services Training Instructor – Contract

Indigenous Perspectives Society; Langford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organization in Langford is seeking an energetic Instructor for Indigenous Child and Family Services Training. The Instructor will deliver training to front-line social workers, develop curriculum, and collaborate with Indigenous communities. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor of Social Work and experience in child welfare. It's a dynamic role with opportunities for meaningful dialogue and social change. Daily fees are negotiable.

Benefits

Negotiable daily fees

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in an Indigenous Child and Family Services Agency.
• Thorough knowledge of Indigenous social work and legislation.
• Sound knowledge of Indigenous communities and practices in B.C.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training to front-line social workers.
• Foster dialogue supporting social change in communities.
• Collaborate on program development with families and Elders.

Skills

Adult education instruction

Knowledge of Indigenous cultures

Collaboration with communities

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor of Social Work or related degree

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Indigenous Child and Family Services Training Instructor — Are you eager to work in a dynamic environment where your passion for knowledge-sharing creates excellence through training and leadership? 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 Instructor to join our dedicated team. The Instructor will deliver child welfare training to front-line social workers working in a Delegated Indigenous Child and Family Service Agency.

In this role, you can display your love of bringing ideas and theories to life while fostering meaningful dialogue that boosts self-determination and social change for Indigenous communities. The successful candidate will develop, review, and deliver curriculum and may have the opportunity to travel within BC. Travel costs will be reimbursed to a maximum that may be negotiated.

Are you a confident and natural teacher, coach, and mentor? 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!

Responsibilities

• Deliver child welfare training to front-line social workers in a Delegated Indigenous Child and Family Service Agency.
• Develop, review, and deliver curriculum for training programs.
• Foster meaningful dialogue and support self-determination and social change for Indigenous communities.
• Collaborate with Indigenous families, Elders, and communities in program development and delivery.
• Travel within British Columbia as needed; travel costs will be reimbursed and may be negotiated.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Social Work or a related degree
• 3-5 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
• Demonstrated experience in adult education instruction and delivery
• Sound knowledge of Indigenous communities, cultures, traditions and practices in B.C.
• Proficiency with computer software including MS Office, databases, PowerPoint, delivering virtually and delivering to blended audiences
• Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry

What we can offer you

• Daily Fees Negotioable

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 ‘Instructor: ICFST’ as the subject line. Applications are open until filled.

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