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Resource Worker – Recruitment & Retention (posted until April 8)
The Resource Worker conducts and documents comprehensive and structured home studies. This includes assessments, interviews, and detailed report writing using both Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) and Kinship Assessment Tool (KAT). The Resource Worker assesses, recruits, and supports Caregivers in promoting and maintaining quality care in a family setting. The Resource Worker provides support, guidance, and resources to Caregivers, conducts ongoing checks of the suitability and competence of care providers, and participates as a member of an integrated, multidisciplinary team. This role supports the organization’s mandate to provide innovative and culturally appropriate services while working collaboratively with Secwepemc communities.
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Proposal Writer (posted until filled)
The Secwépemc Child and Family Services Agency (SCFSA) part-time, permanent Proposal Writer assists the Research and Policy Development team with the preparation of grant applications to support the work of SCFSA. The Proposal Writer will be responsible for researching grant opportunities, developing compelling proposals, managing the submission process and providing administrative support for projects associated with proposals. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional writing skills who can effectively communicate the Agency’s mission, vision and values to potential funders.
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Direct Support Worker
(posted until April 8)
The Direct Support Worker is part of the Early Years Wellness Team and provides support to children who require assistance due to a variety of reasons; trauma, behavioural concerns, developmental delay/disability. The Direct Support Worker will assist children in multiple environments and will collaborate with the child’s care team/support network. The Direct Support Worker will implement Individual Service Plans for children and further develop strategies and activities to meet the unique needs of the child in consultation with the AIDP/ASCD Consultant. This position requires very strong relationship building and the ability to connect with children and families in a trusting way.
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AIDP/ASCD Dual Consultant (posted until April 9)
Aboriginal Supported Infant Development and Aboriginal Supported Child Development are community-based programs that are grounded in the belief that inclusion is important in terms of supporting infants and children requiring any level of extra support to actively participate in a full range of childcare settings. Inclusion as an overall philosophy supports the right of all children of diverse abilities to participate actively in a variety of settings within their communities. Families are supported in the growth and development of Aboriginal children during their most important years of development up to the age of 18 years. Participation is voluntary, family centered, and parent driven.
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Research & Policy Development Coordinator
(1 Year Contract)
(posted until March 21)
The Research and Policy Development Coordinator reports to the Director of Research and Policy Development and will play a key role in supporting the Research and Policy Development team by assisting with research activities, policy development, project coordination, and community engagement. This position contributes to the organization’s efforts to enhance service delivery, support community well-being, and inform decision-making with evidence-based recommendations.
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Maintenance Assistant
(posted until filled)
The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for working in collaboration with the Maintenance Supervisor for general oversight and completion of repairs and maintenance of the agency buildings and living spaces; assist with maintenance of fleet vehicles; assessment and recommendation of projects to Maintenance Supervisor and Director of Operations; project management as needed and in consultation with Maintenance Supervisor; research of companies and/or contractors including gathering quotes and bids on behalf of SCFSA and Maintenance Supervisor.
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Family Preservation Caseworker
(posted until filled)
Successful applicants will be responsible for, but not limited to, providing services in the following functional areas:
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children while helping to preserve the family unit, providing preventative support, and maintenance programs to preserve families where possible
• Being responsible for the care, safety, and wellbeing of children in continuing care from age 0 to 18 while developing and supervising care plans that ensure these goals are met
• Delivering quality support services that are focused on the best interests and needs of Aboriginal youth in the Secwépemc Territory while safeguarding youth’s well-being, developing safe environments for their growth and development, providing opportunities for youth to reach their full potential, and assisting youth in securing the supports they need to facilitate a healthy, successful transition into young adulthood
• Assessing, recruiting, and assisting foster parents to promote and maintain quality care in family settings while assessing potential foster homes, and providing support and resources to foster families
• Serving communities with an inclusive and respectful practice
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