Education, Knowledge and Abilities
* Social Work, Child & Youth Care, Human Services or related education and/or five (5) years experience.
* Demonstrated understanding of First Nations culture and protocols.
* Knowledge and experience with the Child Family and Community Service Act, Integrated Case Management and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
* An understanding of family centred approach and the principles and processes related to advocacy and developing advocacy skills.
* Possess an understanding and experience in assisting families in stressful situations and work with families to develop realistic goal plans as well as maintain records and documents relating to social/emotional growth.
* Ability to work in various settings such as outreach, one-on-one, and have well developed group and relationship building skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Direct social work/formal counselling experience.
* Strong computer skills.
* Must be willing to submit to a Criminal Record check and provide Drivers Abstract.
* Must possess valid class 5 or 4 driver’s license and must have reliable transportation to use for work.