Guardianship Social Worker-F/T (Abbotsford)-1910

“What we do together…our H.E.A.R.T is our difference.”

Do you have a genuine passion in promoting the values of Indigenous culture working with and for Indigenous children, youth, and families (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) while respecting their cultural diversity?

If so, consider joining our Xyólheméylh work family. We are a fully delegated Indigenous Child & Family Service Agency providing programs and services to Indigenous children, youth, and families on and off reserve within Stó:lō Territory in the Fraser Valley between Yale First Nation and Surrey BC.

Our programs and services are created and delivered with the support of our Elders Advisory Council with special attention on strengthening culture and identity, while honoring the strength of families.

• We strive to work in a holistic way to keep families together and reintegrate children back with their families and extended families.
• Our service delivery is done with an open heart and an open mind focusing on the best interest of the family while keeping children at the center.
• We work to ensure children are connected to their family and community while striving to ensure their inherent rights to heritage and identity are upheld in all we do.

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Guardianship Social Worker-

Full-Time Position- Abbotsford

Salary- $69,.65 to $89,.82 per annum (35 hrs per week)

FS 0-12 Yrs Old Team 2

EDO Available: TBD

Please note that anyone applying for this position may be subject to the wage growth series within the Indigenous Delegated Social Worker Progression (IDSWP) outlined in the Collective Agreement APPENDIX A1. Anyone placed on the IDSWP growth series will not be eligible for the temporary market adjustment until they reach full working level Grid 24, Step 1.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Team Lead, the Guardianship Social Workers (GSWs) acts as a legal Guardian to all children and youth in care of the Director.

Social Workers on Multidisciplinary Teams are responsible for developing a trusting and respectful relationship with children, families, and communities the Agency serves. Social Workers at Xyolhemeylh can expect to contribute to our Mission across the entire social work service delivery spectrum.

GSW’s provide culturally appropriate and holistic services to protect and support children in care within the parameters provided by the BC Child, Family and Community Services Act and the Aboriginal Operational and Practice Standards and Indicators (AOPSI). This is done by building trusting relationships and working in collaboration with the children in care, the family/caregivers, Indigenous Communities, identified elders, and support workers. The views of children, families and communities are sought, valued, respected, and considered in all aspects of service planning, service delivery and service evaluation.

Xyólheméylh is proud to have an Elders Advisory Council to ensure that culture is embedded throughout the agency ensuring the goals, missions and values are upheld in a good way. Lets'emót – to be of one heart and one mind.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor of Social Work Degree, Child and Youth Care Degree or a Social Sciences degree plus a minimum of three years of experience in the human services field
• Must be delegated or eligible for C4 delegation in the province of B.C
• Ability to practice standards set out in the Child Protection Response Policy (Chapter 3), B.C. Child, Family and Community Services Act, and the Aboriginal Operational and Practice Standards and Indicators (AOPSI) Manual
• Knowledge and appreciation of Indigenous culture and how culture impacts in the development of individuals and communities; and Indigenous culture in general and history.
• Understanding of cross-cultural issues as they affect children in care, foster parents, biological parents, and communities of origins.
• Practical knowledge of federal, provincial, and aboriginal organizations mandated to provide health, counseling and child and family services
• Strong understanding of agency policies and procedure manuals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write concise reports for various audiences and facilitate meetings.
• Ability to form trusting, respectful and effective relationships with children, Indigenous communities, caregivers, parents, and other FVACFSS employees.
• Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities and work under pressure.
• Ability to perform C6 delegated duties and responsibilities including conducting investigations as required.
• Ability to travel for core training and delegation training including but not limited to other training and career development requirements.
• Maintain an attitude of caring, respect and optimism for their clients.
• Maintain a clear differentiation between the professional and personal self.
• Professional commitment, flexibility, good problem solving and dispute resolution skills.
• Computer literacy on databases, Microsoft Word, Excel, and other computer software
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License (no restrictions); reliable transportation with adequate vehicle insurance
• Criminal Records Check is a requirement.

CONFIDENTIALITY:

FVACFSS employees are expected to be familiar with and must comply with the expectations of confidentiality as

outlined in the Agency’s Human Resources Policy Manual and other policies and operational manuals, AOPSI and the

B.C. Child, Family and Community Services Act.