(2) Permanent Family Support Worker Positions
Reporting to the Manager of Family Services, the Family Support Worker will be a highly motivated individual who will work with the family to meet their care plan goals and achieve a satisfactory level of wellness and family functioning. They will be required to work with aligning departments such as Protection and Prevention ensuring services are delivered, in accordance with legislation, regulations, policies and accepted practice standards. The ideal person lives a good, and healthy lifestyle, and role models wellness. They are connected to their own culture and are committed to working in a culturally safe way. Finally, the ideal person will be knowledgeable in conflict resolution; has excellent communication skills; and works well under pressure with an understanding that this role enhances opportunities for families to grow and change.
Full-Time Permanent Child Protection Worker
Reporting to the Manager of Family Services, the Child Protection Worker is responsible for assisting individuals, families and the community to develop life skills and acquire resources needed to enhance and improve social functioning. The Protection Worker will be expected to support and work closely with the Prevention department within the community served (Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation) ensuring the successful delivery of protection services while actively liaising with Standing Buffalo community staff, leadership and most importantly membership. The Protection Worker will contribute to the further development of the QBOW CFS Inc. protection services department and subsequently Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation. They will work with other program staff, community staff and leadership to promote the services as well as support appropriate referral pathways for the client group. This role further requires the Child Protection Worker to assess and interview clients, record accurate and detailed case notes and develop and maintain sustainable relationships with the community’s leadership, staff, membership and client base. Other duties may be assigned as required.