POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Child and Family Services Supervisor, the key role of the Community Prevention Worker is to reduce the number of children coming into care by linking families and youth to available resources, programs and services; and engaging and supporting Cultural Caregivers for those children who are unable to reside in their parental home.
This position collaborates with staff, and other external community resources as required, to coordinate and deliver prevention activities; to identify and assess trends and patterns that have implications for families, children and youth in the community; to develop and implement population and evidence based strategies to mitigate risks for children and youth; and participates in policy-making activities that influence prevention and social development practices within the community.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Reduce the utilization of Family Court in favor of traditional decision making processes including the Family Circle.
· Eliminate barriers that prevent families from providing safe, caring and enriching family environments for children placed in their home.
· Identify Cultural Caregivers to provide temporary and long term care for children at risk of coming into care.
· Act as the Band Designate for Child, Family and Community Service Act requirements for Kw'umut Lelum and MCFD workers.
· Provide direct assessment, outreach, advocacy, and prevention supports to children, youth, and families both within and outside of their home communities.
· Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and with community partners to coordinate culturally grounded prevention and family support services.
· Assist families in accessing community, educational, health, cultural, and social supports and services.
· Provide practical and in-home family support which may include mentoring, life skills development, transportation support, assistance with maintaining safe and functional home environments, and support with family and community-based programming and activities.
· Facilitate and support prevention programming and family-focused activities, which may include program preparation, meal support, cultural activities, and community outreach.
· Provide referrals and connections to internal and external resources including mental health, addictions, cultural, educational, and wellness supports.
· Engage with community youth to eliminate barriers and connect them with peer groups and internal and external community support and prevention resources.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES
· A level of lived experience relevant to the duties and responsibilities of this position.
· A level of education, training, or experience equivalent to a diploma in a related discipline.
· A deep understanding of First Nation people; including their history and the impacts of colonization and racism on health and well-being.
· Excellent communication skills; both written and spoken.
· A high level of emotional intelligence.
· An understanding of the significance of incorporating First Nation perspectives into delivered prevention activities, programs and services.
· The ability to work collaboratively with youth, community, and colleagues within a team-based environment.
· Ability to work independently and coordinate and manage multiple priorities.
· Understanding of trauma-informed practice and First Nations-informed harm reduction to mitigate impacts of colonization and First Nation-specific racism.
· Valid Class 5 Drivers License and use of own vehicle.
· Must successfully complete a Criminal Records Check with vulnerable sector search as per Nanoose First Nation policy.
Wage rate commensurate with experience.
This position description outlines the key responsibilities for the role and is not meant to be exhaustive. It should be understood that the activities, responsibilities and obligations of this position may be modified from time to time, through discussion between the Supervisor and/or the Health Centre Director and the incumbent, in order to effectively meet the requirements of Nanoose First Nation.
THIS POSITION OPENED UNTIL FILLED
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Schedule will vary based on operational and community needs and may include daytime, evening, and occasional weekend hours.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
