Family Support Worker in Sagamok, Ontario at Sagamok Anishnawbek

• Build trusting relationships with children, parents, extended family members, and other natural supports
• Work collaboratively with families to identify strengths, challenges, and needs and develop plans of care or action plans
• Coordinate and participate in family circles, case reviews, and case conferences
• Connect families with community-based and culturally appropriate prevention resources, services, and other supports
• Provide practical and intensive family supports that promote physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing
• Support and advocate for families during and following child welfare investigations
• Respond to crisis situations in collaboration with the Child Welfare Advocate and other partners when child safety concerns arise
• Plan and facilitate prevention, education, parenting, healthy child development, literacy, and life-skills programming based on community needs
• Work collaboratively with community agencies and service providers to ensure families can access the supports they need
• Maintain accurate case records, meeting notes, and activity reports
• Contribute to community wellness activities and Sagamok Anishnawbek's Koognaasewin work and evolving approaches to child and family wellbeing

• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
• Valid driver's licence and vehicle for on-the-job use
• Ability to travel on short notice
• Ability to work flexible hours on short notice
• Criminal Records Check prior to commencing employment
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
• Respectful participation in cultural activities and ceremonies

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A university degree in human services is preferred
• A minimum of two years of experience providing direct services to children and families
• Knowledge of effective strategies, programs, and services that strengthen family functioning
• An understanding of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) and child protection investigation processes and guidelines
• Strong relationship-building, communication, facilitation, negotiation, and de-escalation skills
• An ability to listen to and understand family perspectives and include families in decision-making and planning
• Knowledge and respect for Anishnawbek values, teachings, culture, and traditions, with a willingness to support traditional healing as part of holistic family wellness
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet, and email
• A Life Skills Coaching Certificate is considered an asset
• The ability to understand and speak Ojibwe is considered a definite asset
• Local knowledge and understanding of Sagamok Anishnawbek services is considered an asset