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Sasamans Society is seeking a dynamic individual with experience working with Indigenous families to join our team. This position is based out of Port Hardy 5 days per week at the Sasamans Society office.
The Indigenous Parenting Support Worker (IPSW) program offers vital preventive support to families identified as needing intervention, particularly where there is a risk of child removal due to safety or well-being concerns. The IPSW provides intensive, in-home parenting support, focusing on skill-building and goal-setting in collaboration with each family. Together, they create parenting plans and activities aimed at addressing the specific risks identified by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Acting as a supportive guide, the worker walks alongside parents on their journey toward achieving their goals. The IPSW also works closely with other members of the Sasamans team to ensure families receive holistic, wraparound support.
The Indigenous Parenting Support Worker (IPSW) program offers vital preventive support to families identified as needing intervention, particularly where there is a risk of child removal due to safety or well-being concerns. The IPSW provides intensive, in-home parenting support, focusing on skill-building and goal-setting in collaboration with each family. Together, they create parenting plans and activities aimed at addressing the specific risks identified by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Acting as a supportive guide, the worker walks alongside parents on their journey toward achieving their goals. The IPSW also works closely with other members of the Sasamans team to ensure families receive holistic, wraparound support.
Qualifications & Experience
POSITION COMPETENCIES
• Preference will be given to individuals with a Social Work degree/Child & Youth Care degree or applicable social services diploma with demonstrated related working experience.
• Sound knowledge of CFCSA or ability to develop this understanding quickly.
• Sound knowledge of how MCFD and Indigenous child and family services agencies operate.
• Knowledge and appreciation of Indigenous culture and history.
• Experience working with MCFD and other Indigenous service organizations.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with Indigenous communities and families.
• Ability to facilitate and lead group processes.
• Ability to develop strong collaborative team relationships with staff serving the community.
• Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution, mediation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience or skill working with Indigenous families at risk.
• Valid driver’s licence & Criminal Record Check mandatory.
• Preference will be given to individuals with a Social Work degree/Child & Youth Care degree or applicable social services diploma with demonstrated related working experience.
• Sound knowledge of CFCSA or ability to develop this understanding quickly.
• Sound knowledge of how MCFD and Indigenous child and family services agencies operate.
• Knowledge and appreciation of Indigenous culture and history.
• Experience working with MCFD and other Indigenous service organizations.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with Indigenous communities and families.
• Ability to facilitate and lead group processes.
• Ability to develop strong collaborative team relationships with staff serving the community.
• Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution, mediation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience or skill working with Indigenous families at risk.
• Valid driver’s licence & Criminal Record Check mandatory.