JOB OVERVIEW

The Child and Family Engagement Worker supports the successful operations of Xatśūll First Nation’s Child and Family Services program in alignment with the organization’s vision, objectives, and strategic direction. The role is focused on community engagement, outreach, and ensuring the integration of community feedback into the child and family jurisdiction work under the Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth, and families (previously Bill C-92). The Engagement Worker will play a key role in facilitating communication between the community and the Family Jurisdiction Transition Team, helping to ensure that the jurisdiction transition reflects the needs and values of Xatśūll members. This role involves regular interaction with diverse community groups, and it requires strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.

COMMUNICATIONS / CRITICAL SKILLS

• Demonstrate the ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and set priorities effectively under deadlines.
• Builds Trust and interacts respectfully in a non-judgmental manner. Models the values of the organization and demonstrates integrity in all actions.
• Identify and foster relationships with community healers and resource people.
• Develop advocacy recommendations for families in need of additional support.
• Promote equitable access to quality, culturally appropriate health services for all families.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with families, community members, and service providers/ external partners
• Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in all interactions with families and community members.
• Operates as part of a team and is flexible with ability to resolve conflict.
• Maintains open and professional communications with co-workers, leadership and all others who do business with Xatśūll First Nation.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIRMENTS

Indigenous Perspective

• Knowledge of Secwepemc culture and traditions.
• Understand and incorporate traditional healing practices and Secwepemc cultural values into service.
• A minimum of 2 years working in First Nation Communities & organizations.

Western Ways

• Diploma in Social Services, Counseling, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in community engagement, social services, or a related field.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have a valid driver’s license (BC Class 5) and satisfactory driving record.
• Criminal records check (vulnerable sector).

Preferred:

• Knowledge and appreciation of working in service of Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
• Knowledge of Bill C-92 and the First Nations jurisdiction over child and family services

Please refer the Job description for details