ORGANIZATION: Surrounded by Cedar Child & Family Services
JOB TITLE: Non-Protection Family Service Worker
TERM: Full-Time, Temporary 6-month contract

Located on the traditional territories of the Lkwungen People, Surrounded by Cedar Child & Family Services’ (SCCFS) vision is to support the empowerment of the urban Indigenous community to continue the reclamation of traditional systems of caring for and protecting children so no child or youth will be placed into care. As an urban Indigenous Child & Family Service Agency, SCCFS is committed to providing child and family services strongly rooted in Indigenous cultural values and world views while ensuring urban Indigenous children and youth grow up connected to family, community, and culture.

Surrounded by Cedar receives its delegation through the Provincial Director of Child Welfare, who gives the agency the authority to undertake administration of parts of the Child, Family and Community Service Act (CFCSA). Under its current delegation agreement, Surrounded by Cedar administers C3 (Family Services) & C4 services (Guardianship).

SCCFS strives to be a culturally safe employer, with a keen focus on Indigenous recruitment and retention. While working at the agency, employees will be involved in various cultural knowledge sharing opportunities, activities, and ceremonies, while being actively engaged in urban Indigenous community events.

Join a team that values your contributions and allows you to grow your career while utilizing your unique skills, creativity, and passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of urban Indigenous children, youth, and families. In the role as a Non-Protection Family Service Worker, you will have the opportunity to:

• Build and nurture positive, meaningful relationships with urban Indigenous children, youth, and families who require support, while collaborating with their Nation(s) and community supports.
• In relationship with the family, learn about their needs, identify supports that may be available, and work collaboratively to implement any planning.
• Use a holistic, inclusive, and collaborative approach to ensure any plans to support the family are realistic and achievable.
• Advocate for the needs of all family members and any other support, while carrying out responsibilities as outlined in the CFCSA, AOPSI, and Ministry policies around voluntary Family Service.

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Child & Youth Care, or a related discipline.
• Applicant must hold C4 delegation in British Columbia (or have been delegated within the last 2 years).
• Experience working within the urban Indigenous community or with urban Indigenous children, youth, and families is preferred.
• Availability Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
• A willingness to travel and work some evenings and weekends.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license, a safe and reliable vehicle, and a favourable driver’s abstract.
• Clear criminal records check.

• Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits and a matched RRSP contribution plan if eligible.
• A healthy working environment rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing and being.
• Flexible work schedules and leave opportunities that promote work/life/family balance.
• Professional development and learning opportunities to enhance your skills.

Wage: $69,760.74 to $88,159.52 annually depending on education and experience.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit as per Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code.

Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what specific skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

Apply online by applying to our website. In case you have questions or seeking accommodations, please reach out to HR Specialist, Monika Bhardwaj at mbhardwaj@sccfs.com.

We thank you for your interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. An eligibility list may be established.