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Resource Social Worker - 18 Month Term (Abbotsford) - 1900 at Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada - Full Time

Skills Needed
Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Cultural Competency, Report Writing, Conflict Resolution, Assessment, Foster Care Coordination, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Indigenous Relations, Microsoft Office, Client Relationship Management, Investigation

Specialization
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, or Social Services, and a valid BC Driver's License. Candidates must be delegated or willing to undergo C6 delegation training and possess strong communication and assessment skills.

Experience Required
Minimum 2 year(s)

Family Service Social Worker-F/T(Global)-1874 at Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society

Mission, British Columbia, Canada - Full Time

Skills Needed
Case Planning, Child Protection, Crisis Intervention, Cultural Competency, Family Assessment, Legislative Compliance, Community Outreach, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Database Management, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Holistic Planning

Specialization
Requires a Bachelor of Social Work or Social Sciences degree and a valid BC Driver's Class 5 License. Candidates should have knowledge of Indigenous culture and provincial legislation, and must be delegated or willing to undergo delegation in BC.

Experience Required
Minimum 2 year(s)

Resource Social Worker - 18 Month Term (Abbotsford) - 1900 at Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

89270.82

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Cultural Competency, Report Writing, Conflict Resolution, Assessment, Foster Care Coordination, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Indigenous Relations, Microsoft Office, Client Relationship Management, Investigation

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

“What we do together…our H.E.A.R.T is our difference.” Do you have a genuine passion in promoting the values of Indigenous culture working with and for Indigenous children, youth, and families (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) while respecting their cultural diversity? If so, consider joining our Xyólheméylh work family. We are a fully delegated Indigenous Child & Family Service Agency providing programs and services to Indigenous children, youth, and families on and off reserve within Stó:lō Territory in the Fraser Valley between Yale First Nation and Surrey BC. Our programs and services are created and delivered with the support of our Elders Advisory Council with special attention on strengthening culture and identity, while honoring the strength of families. * We strive to work in a holistic way to keep families together and reintegrate children back with their families and extended families. * Our service delivery is done with an open heart and an open mind focusing on the best interest of the family while keeping children at the center. * We work to ensure children are connected to their family, and community while striving to ensure their inherent rights to heritage and identity are upheld in all we do. ---------------------------------------- Page Break Resource Social Worker - 1900 18 Month Term Positions Base Office: Abbotsford Resources Team Salary- $69,762.65 to $89,270.82 per annum (35 hrs. per week) EDO (Earned Day Off) Available: Payday Monday Please note that anyone applying for this position maybe subject to the wage growth series within the Indigenous Delegated Social Worker Progression (IDSWP) outlined in the Collective Agreements’ Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) – Appendix B, MOU 22. Anyone placed on the IDSWP growth series will not be eligible for the temporary market adjustment until they reach full working level Grid 24, Step 1. POSITION SUMMARY: This position provides services in a culturally appropriate, holistic manner within the parameters provided by the BC Child, Family and Community Services Act, AOPPSI, and Xyolhemeylh Policy and Procedure Manual. Xyólheméylh is proud to have an Elders Advisory Council to ensure that culture is embedded throughout the agency ensuring the goals, missions and values are upheld in a good way. Lets'emót – to be of one heart and one mind. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: * Bachelor of Social Work Degree, Child and Youth Care Degree or a Social Services degree. * Three (3) years of experience in the human services field is an asset. * Must be delegated or willing to attend C6 delegation training in the province of B.C. * Excellent communication skills both oral and written. * Demonstrated abilities and experience in: developing strong working relationships with children, families, Indigenous communities, foster parents, biological parents, and other FVACFSS employees; developing contractual arrangements with clients, caregivers, and other professionals; balancing competing priorities; working under pressure; writing concise reports to various audiences; representing and promoting FVACFSS; and conducting investigations, completing assessments, developing work plans, implementing plans and evaluating intervention success * Professional commitment, flexibility, good problem solving and dispute resolution skills * Computer literacy on databases, Microsoft Word, Excel and other computer software * Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License (no restrictions); reliable transportation with adequate vehicle insurance * This is an excellent opportunity for fully delegated staff to gain experience on a Multi-Interdisciplinary Team, and develop professionally towards advancing into other career options * Criminal Records Check is a requirement. * FVACFSS employees are expected to be familiar with and must comply with the expectations of confidentiality as outlined in the Agency’s Human Resources Policy Manual and other policies and operational manuals, AOPSI and the B.C. Child, Family and Community Services Act. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: * Receives requests from social workers for placement of children being brought into care on an emergency or planned basis. * Searches for and coordinates placements for children. * Searches potential family option for out of care. * Coordinates out-of-region placements when required. * Supports the caregivers in implementing the permanent plans (i.e., Adoption, out of care, independence etc.) for children in the child’s best interest. * Liaises with Social Workers regarding placements of children in care. * Attends meetings on a regular basis to discuss and report on specific placement issues and general outstanding resource issues. * Regularly evaluates and assesses caregivers. * Recruits, orients, and trains foster parents or out of care placements. * Monitors the provision of services and supports foster parents or out of care. * Coordinates the negotiation of special foster home rates, as required. * Liaises with local foster parent associations and regional councils to resolve issues and provide information of mutual interest. * Maintains, manages, and evaluates family home contracts. * Interprets society policy and requirements to service providers in a positive manner. * Resolves problems between foster homes out of care caregivers and staff. * Provides other ad hoc functions as request. LEARN MORE: You can learn more about us at www.fvacfss.ca [http://www.fvacfss.ca]. This position requires Union Membership. We are pleased to offer employer paid Extended Health benefits and enjoy participating in our attractive pension program with the Public Service Pension Plan. *Preference may be given to Indigenous candidates as per Section 41 of the Human Rights Code. This position is open to internal & external candidates at this time. Applications will be accepted until 4:30pm PST on Monday, July 13, 2026. Current employees of Xyólheméylh must apply for this position using the Internal Job Posting portal in ADP, with Xyólheméylh login credentials. COVID-19 Precautions The health and safety or our employees, their families, and the communities that we serve is of utmost importance to us. We will follow BC Ministry of Health Guidelines and Orders. Because the health of our employees and candidates is a top priority, we may be conducting our hiring process virtually. We will provide candidates selected for interviews with all the required instructions.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage placements for Indigenous children in care, including recruiting and training foster parents. Liaise with social workers and caregivers to implement permanent plans and ensure the best interests of the children are met.

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