Early Childhood Educator - Headstart

at  Carrier Sekani Family Services

LOCATION: VANDERHOOD, B.C.

Employment Type: Full Time, Term – Ending July 2026 (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 1980’s, CSFS has grown to over 475 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 the northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity: Quick description of job (3-4 sentences), then 3 bullets of main responsibilities:

• The Early Years Outreach Worker is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate programming for multiple communities. The Outreach worker is also responsible for referring families to the appropriate services throughout the community, assisting the therapists and maintaining up to date information for families to access. In this role you will:
• Conduct screenings and assessments
• Discuss child development and positive parenting practice with clients
• Make appropriate referrals for children and their families
• Make home visits to infants/pre-school aged children to assess their development

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: 3 bullets of main qualifications

• Knowledge of First Nations culture and traditions (specifically Carrier and Sekani) •
• Experience working in an office setting, serving clients, and answering routine inquiries •
• Ability to work independently and within a team setting
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to compose business correspondence
• Ability to refer clients to other resources such as parent groups, therapists and, community groups, etc

THE LOCATION:

Vanderhoof “where the heart is beckoning” is geographically located near the centre of British Columbia and truly is at the “Heart of it All” when it comes to lifestyle, low cost of living and employment opportunities. The community’s size, services and amenities are well suited for entrepreneurs, and those involved in resource or agricultural sectors. Whether you are looking for an adventuresome way to stretch your legs, are an avid wildlife admirer or looking for fun ways to entertain the family, Vanderhoof has something for you. Learn more about Vanderhoof by visiting http://www.vanderhoof.ca/.

The Opportunity: Quick description of job (3-4 sentences), then 3 bullets of main responsibilities:

• The Early Years Outreach Worker is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate programming for multiple communities. The Outreach worker is also responsible for referring families to the appropriate services throughout the community, assisting the therapists and maintaining up to date information for families to access. In this role you will:
• Conduct screenings and assessments
• Discuss child development and positive parenting practice with clients
• Make appropriate referrals for children and their families
• Make home visits to infants/pre-school aged children to assess their developmen

What You Will Bring to The Role: 3 bullets of main qualifications

• Knowledge of First Nations culture and traditions (specifically Carrier and Sekani) •
• Experience working in an office setting, serving clients, and answering routine inquiries •
• Ability to work independently and within a team setting
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to compose business correspondence
• Ability to refer clients to other resources such as parent groups, therapists and, community groups, et