Support school attendance through family engagement, assessments, and culturally responsive services in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory. Build trusting relationships with families and schools.
Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services seeks four Family Engagement and Attendance Specialists. The position provides direct services to families involved in prevention or child welfare services. You will identify attendance barriers, develop improvement plans, and connect families with community supports.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build trusting relationships with families facing attendance challenges
- Conduct home visits, phone calls, and in-person meetings
- Complete assessments of academic, social, and environmental factors
- Develop culturally responsive attendance improvement plans
- Coordinate communication among families, schools, and community agencies
Requirements:
- Social Work or related social services degree preferred
- Two years of related work experience considered
- Knowledge of Wiikwemkoong programs and services
- Excellent communication, advocacy, and interpersonal skills
- Computer proficiency and office systems experience
Apply family engagement, attendance planning, and advocacy skills while respecting Anishinaabe culture, traditions, and community practices.
Family Attendance Social Services Specialist employer: Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve
The Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (WUT) Department of Lands and Natural Resources is an exceptional employer that prioritizes community engagement and development. With a strong focus on employee growth, this role offers unique opportunities to work closely with Indigenous communities, fostering a collaborative work culture that values input and innovation. Located in a vibrant and culturally rich area, employees benefit from meaningful work that directly impacts the community's relationship with mineral exploration and development.
Contact Details:
Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve Recruitment Team
