Indigenous Ed 2025-26 Indigenous Social Worker Limited Duration Position

Prince George; Prince George; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Indigenous Social Worker for a full-time position. This role involves working with Indigenous students to improve their social, emotional, and cultural experience within the School District. The Social Worker will engage with families, staff, and community resources to facilitate holistic support and development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years social work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of local Indigenous culture, customs, and beliefs.
• Ability to work with Indigenous children and their families.

Responsibilities

• Enhance educational and cultural functioning of Indigenous students.
• Consult and advocate for parents regarding their child's needs.
• Provide in-service and professional development for school staff.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Crisis Intervention

Case Management

Social Work

Education

Bachelor of Social Work degree

Job description

The Indigenous Education Department is seeking applications for the 1.0 Limited Duration Contract position-Indigenous Social Worker

POSITION DESCRIPTION :

The Indigenous Social Worker is an itinerant position which functions as part of a multi-disciplinary Team. The primary role of the Social Worker is to enhance the educational social and cultural functioning of Indigenous students within the School District. The Social Worker will provide support using a holistic approach encompassing the physical emotional spiritual and psychological needs of Indigenous children.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Consult and collaborate with school and district staff in the design implementation monitoring and evaluation of culturally sensitive intervention measures.
• Maintain regular contact with the Director of Indigenous Education and / or their designate for the purpose of affecting a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Provide consultation and advocacy for parents on issues relating to their childs social emotional and academic needs.
• Provide written reports to school based administrators and Social Worker Coordinator on formal casework.
• Make referrals to other school district professionals and outside agencies.
• Liaise with MCFD (Ministry for Children and Families Development) Health Authorities RCMP Social agencies Community service organizations and First Nation / Band representatives.
• Provide consultation and professional development opportunities for teachers administrators and parents regarding social work practices community support services Indigenous culture history and social issues.
• Facilitate in-service related to Social Work.
• Maintain copies of confidential information and data.
• Attend meetings as requested by the Director of Indigenous Education and / or their designate.
• Maintain a caseload identified through referral and consent process.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Specific knowledge in the area of needs and risk assessments family dynamics residential school and the impact of trauma.
• Knowledge of case management case conferencing and intervention theories and practices.
• Ability to respond or assist in emergency situations and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible adaptable and able to work effectively in a variety of settings.
• Understanding of crisis management and the ability to deal with life threatening situations including the preventions of suicide
• Management of caseloads time management and reporting deadlines.
• Frequent daily travel between schools is required.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor of Social Work degree.

Desirable Requirement for an Indigenous Social Worker :

• Indigenous ancestry preferred;
• Minimum of 3-5 years social work experience;
• Ability to work with Indigenous children and their families; and
• Knowledge of local Indigenous culture customs and beliefs

The salary range for this position is as per the PGDTA Collective Agreement. This position provides a comprehensive benefits package. Qualified individuals should submit a complete resume including 3 current professional references and their email addresses to Make a Future : .

For more information regarding the position please contact :

Jennifer Pighin Vice-Principal at

Linda Picton District Principal Human Resources at

Sarah Petrisor District Principal Human Resources at

We thank all applicants for their interest in School District No. 57.

However only those applicants selected for the shortlist will be contacted.

Key Skills

Motivational Interviewing,Acute Care,Crisis Intervention,Behavioral Health,Intake Experience,Hospice Care,Case Management,Home Care,Child Welfare,Experience with Children,Social Work,Addiction Counseling

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 59711 - 109520

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