Supported Child Development Worker in Southside, British Columbia at Carrier Sekani Family Services

Career Opportunity: Supported Child Development Worker

Location: Burns Lake (Southside), BC

Employment Type: Term – Ending March 31, 2027, Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS): CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything we do. Since our beginnings in the late 1980s, CSFS has grown to over 545 employees providing services to 11 member Nations. Discover what it means to practice differently, as you enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, as well as the natural wonders of northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity: The Supported Child Development Worker provides individualized support to children with developmental or additional support needs, helping them fully participate in childcare, preschool, and after-school settings. The role partners with families and childcare staff to promote inclusion, implement developmental goals, and support children's overall growth and well-being.

• Support children with extra support needs to participate fully in childcare programs and encourage positive social interactions with peers.
• Plan and implement inclusion strategies, daily activities, and culturally appropriate experiences that support children's developmental goals and objectives.
• Maintain communication with parents, complete daily documentation, prepare reports, and collaborate with childcare staff as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Visit www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to view the full job description for this career opportunity.

What You Will Bring to The Role:

• Early Childhood Education (Basic and Post-Basic) or related post-secondary education in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Psychology, or a similar field, with a minimum of two years of relevant experience; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of child development, intervention techniques, childcare regulations, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic First Aid Level One certification, a valid Class 5 driver's licence with reliable transportation, and the ability to successfully complete a Criminal Record Check.

At CSFS, we understand that knowledge and experience may come from a variety of sources and encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not align perfectly with the qualifications listed above.

The Location:

Burns Lake, a small community with big aspirations and determination is the economic hub for the Lakes District. This bustling region is a dream location due to affordable housing and low cost of living. “We are proud of our business community, our thriving civic life, and our vibrant First Nations culture. It is our big-spirited, big-thinking people who make this community a healthy place to live”. Explore the Love Burns Lake website at lovenorthernbc.com/community/burns-lake/ to discover this 4-season playground and consider the great life you can have living here.

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying:

• We live by our organization’s values of Responsibility, Compassion, Honesty, Integrity, Trust and Respect while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Supported to pursue life long learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution.
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers.

Wage Range: The target hiring range for this position is $27.8324 to $ 34.2415 per hour. Candidates will typically be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the wage range. Placement within the wage range is dependent on the applicants’ role specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience and in consideration of factors such as market conditions and internal equity.

Please note that this is a term position ending in March 2027 and is not eligible for employee benefits.

Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply. Applications will only be received and accepted through our online recruitment system.

Deadline to Apply: July 13, 2026 Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.

CSFS is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team by email at recruitment@csfs.org and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.