At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Indigenous families and children through Tikinagan's services and programs.
- Company: Tikinagan, dedicated to empowering Indigenous families and communities.
- Benefits: Meaningful work with community impact and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Preference for First Nations ancestry; Indigenous applicants encouraged to self-identify.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the lives of children and families while embracing Indigenous culture.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for working with children and youth.
The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 $ per year.
Tikinagan seeks a Family Support Worker with Indigenous cultural knowledge, strong communication skills, and interest in working with children and youth.
This position is not remote.
The Family Services Worker provides oversight of services and supports for families connected with Tikinagan.
Families may have children taken into care or children receiving services while remaining in their care.
The position is guided by the Mamow Obiki-ahwahsoowin Service Model, which emphasizes working together to raise children.
First Nations ancestry receives preference, and Indigenous, Metis, or Inuit applicants are invited to self-identify.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee family services and supports
- Assist families connected with Tikinagan services
- Support families whose children are in care
- Follow the Mamow Obiki-ahwahsoowin Service Model
- Travel as required by the position
Requirements
- Interest in working with children and youth
- Lived experience with Indigenous culture
- Good verbal and written skills
- Willingness to attend required training
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Use your cultural knowledge, communication abilities, and family support focus to serve children and families through Tikinagan.
Indigenous Family Support Worker in Red Lake employer: Tikinagan Child & Family Services
Tikinagan is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Child Care Workers. With a strong emphasis on community engagement and cultural understanding, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in remote Indigenous communities. The collaborative work culture encourages personal growth and values the unique perspectives of all team members, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
Contact Details:
Tikinagan Child & Family Services Recruitment Team
