Talent.com
Family Support Worker
Family Support WorkerChilliwack Community Services • Chilliwack, BC, CA
Family Support Worker

Family Support Worker

Chilliwack Community Services • Chilliwack, BC, CA
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Full-Time (35hr / week) - Monday to Friday 9am - 4 : 30pm

Temporary Until March 30, 2026 With the Possibility of Extension

Job Summary

Provides family intervention support to parents and their children through partnership with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) to reunify families and prevent children being exposed to parental neglect, or abuse and needing child protection.

This position may require some evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications : Education, Training and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in related Human / Social Services field.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance.
  • Minimum of one (1) year previous work in a similar environment, preferably with Child Protective Services.

Job Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of human development and demonstrated ability to work with children and families in an outreach, group, and community setting.
  • Strong knowledge of Family Systems and Attachment Theory.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach life & parenting skills, and support client implementation, using a strength-based and trauma-informed approach.
  • Demonstrated skills, and temperamentally and emotionally capable of empowering parents through group facilitation, and some curriculum building.
  • Demonstrated excellent knowledge and understanding of inter-generational trauma and interventions.
  • Demonstrated collaborative skills to work with referring Social Worker, client care team, and other professionals.
  • Additional Information

    This position requires the ability to function both independently and with a team. Group facilitation will be offered by this position to assist families, as directed by the Coordinator. Individual one-on-one outreach and support provided by this position may require work outside normal office hours and in client’s homes, in the community, or at care team functions.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide targeted outreach services that enhance behavioural and capacity development and daily living skills for families and their children, based on the goals of the referring worker.
  • Assist clients in the development of healthy parenting, (attachment, attunement) life, (routines, structure) and social / emotional skills.
  • Participate in the implementation, adaptation, and coordination of all aspects of case management in the support plan.
  • Provide support, guidance, and assist in problem solving with clients to address support plan and challenges related to family functioning in an individual or group setting, using skills such as active listening, role modeling, problem solving, conflict resolution, psycho-education, and resource referrals.
  • Implement service plans and client goals directed by the referring Social Worker. Participate in care team meetings as required to consult on, and report, client activities and progress. Act as an advocate and resource person for the agency.
  • Support clients to access community resources and supports, both professional and natural. Link clients with urgent needs to immediate resources (i.e. securing food resources, financial assistance, and finding housing).
  • Provide general emotional support to clients while working to build the emotional adaptability of the parent and child.
  • Facilitate Supported Family Visits for parents with children in alternate care, with a physically and emotionally safe, secure, environment.
  • Plan and conduct group parent education workshops on topics related to family functioning as required. Consult with clinical therapy staff in the planning and implementation of psychoeducational and life skills groups as required.
  • Liaise with and / or advocate for the interests of clients with other community service providers, professionals, school personnel as required. Accompany clients to meetings and community appointments as needed.
  • Services to families are provided in the context of the family home and in community locations that meet the needs of the client. Staff safety will be given priority when determining location.
  • Record behavioral observations and interventions in non-judgmental and third person perspective. Completes all documentation on time and as required using a case management database.
  • Complete all required training.
  • Perform additional training, support, and education duties as required.
  • General

  • Wage rate as per BCGEU Collective Agreement, Family Support Worker, Grid Level 12 - $29.17 per hour plus health and dental benefits.
  • This position requires Union membership.
  • This position is open to all persons.
  • This position requires successful completion of a criminal record check.
  • This position reports to the Family Services Coordinator
  • Please mention the name of the job position you are applying for in your cover letter. NO phone calls. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

    Closing Date : January 29, 2026

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Family Support Worker • Chilliwack, BC, CA

    Similar jobs
    Supportive Housing Navigator

    Supportive Housing Navigator

    Ruth & Naomi's Mission • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Full-time
    Reports to : Social Housing Assistant Manager.Ruth and Naomis Mission has been serving the Chilliwack community for over 20 years. From handing out sandwiches downtown to now operating multiple housi...Show more
    Last updated: 23 days ago • Promoted
    Recovery Program Lead

    Recovery Program Lead

    Ruth & Naomi's Mission • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Full-time
    Chilliwack, BC | $28 / hr | Full-Time.Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals recovering from addiction? Do you have a heart for helping others grow, heal, and...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Caregiver

    Caregiver

    Just Like Family Home Care • Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
    Full-time +1
    Quick Apply
    Looking for a caregiver / housekeeper in Chilliwack area.Hardworking caregivers get lots of hours! We work with caregivers schedules. We are a busy company and need caregivers who can take on regular ...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago
    Associate Director - Recovery

    Associate Director - Recovery

    Ruth & Naomi's Mission • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Full-time
    Ruth & Naomis Mission is a Christian faith-based organization dedicated to transforming lives impacted by homelessness, poverty, and addiction through the love of God.For over 20 years, weve be...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Sales and Customer Service Representative Remote (69k+ per year)

    Sales and Customer Service Representative Remote (69k+ per year)

    HMG Careers • Chilliwack, British Columbia
    Remote
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    This full-time position offers flexible work hours and ample opportunities for advancement into management roles.You will work remotely to serve clients and offer valuable advice and protection to ...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Physiotherapist

    Physiotherapist

    Fraser Valley Child Development Centre • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Part-time +1
    TheFraser Valley Child Development Centreis community-based organization providing innovative, strength based, family centered services to children and their families. Our work focuses on child deve...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Sales and Benefits Specialist - WFH (69k+ per year)

    Sales and Benefits Specialist - WFH (69k+ per year)

    HMG Careers • Chilliwack, British Columbia
    Remote
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    This full-time position offers flexible work hours and ample opportunities for advancement into management roles.You will work remotely to serve clients and offer valuable advice and protection to ...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Residential Child & Youth Worker

    Residential Child & Youth Worker

    Orenda • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Full-time +2
    Orenda Services to Children is seeking experienced, residential youth care workers to support special needs and at-risk youth in group home settings in the Upper Fraser Valley.All programs are full...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Head of School

    Head of School

    Unity Christian High School (MI) • Chilliwack P2P, BC, Canada
    Full-time
    Salary Range : $122,816 - $150,746 (dependent on education / certificate and experience).Closing Date : Monday, March 2nd, 2026. Unity Christian School, located in the picturesque city of Chilliwack, Br...Show more
    Last updated: 18 hours ago • Promoted • New!
    Grower

    Grower

    Brookdale Treeland Nurseries • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Permanent
    Brookdale Treeland Nurseries Limited (BTN) is one of the largest and most respected growers of garden plants in Canada.We are proud to service garden retailers, landscape contractors, municipalitie...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Child & Youth Care Worker

    Child & Youth Care Worker

    Riverhaven • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Full-time +1
    Child & Youth Care Workers Riverhaven Child and Youth Services Ltd.We are seeking qualified and experienced Child and Youth Care Workers to provide support for youth with special needs and at-r...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    COMMUNITY WORKER (2375) at CBHSSJB

    COMMUNITY WORKER (2375) at CBHSSJB

    Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay (CBHSSJB) • chilliwack, bc, Canada
    Full-time
    Person who participates in identifying the needs of the population and uses the appropriate techniques to implement various community action programs. She / he acts as a resource person for community ...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Market Research Panelist - Cashier, Warehouse Friendly

    Market Research Panelist - Cashier, Warehouse Friendly

    ApexFocusGroup • Rosedale, BC, Canada
    Full-time +1
    Market Research Panelist - Cashier, Warehouse Friendly.Our company is looking for qualified candidates to take part in paid national and local focus groups, clinical trials, and market research stu...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Delivery Driver

    Delivery Driver

    easyhome • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Full-time
    Join easyhome — Canada’s largest lease-to-own business and a proud part of the.At goeasy, our people and culture are the heartbeat of everything we do, and we’re proud to be recog...Show more
    Last updated: 6 hours ago • Promoted • New!
    Benefits Advisor - Work From Home (69k+ per year)

    Benefits Advisor - Work From Home (69k+ per year)

    HMG Careers • Chilliwack, British Columbia
    Remote
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    This full-time position offers flexible work hours and ample opportunities for advancement into management roles.You will work remotely to serve clients and offer valuable advice and protection to ...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Pet Groomer Trainee

    Pet Groomer Trainee

    PetSmart • Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
    Full-time +1
    PetSmart does Anything for Pets – JOIN OUR TEAM!.At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people.Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their famil...Show more
    Last updated: 16 days ago • Promoted
    Spiritual Care Coordinator

    Spiritual Care Coordinator

    Ruth & Naomi's Mission • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Full-time
    About Ruth & Naomis Mission.Ruth & Naomis Mission has been serving the Chilliwack community for over 20 years.What began as handing out sandwiches in downtown Chilliwack has grown into a mu...Show more
    Last updated: 16 hours ago • Promoted • New!
    Stocking Team Leader

    Stocking Team Leader

    London Drugs Limited • Chilliwack, BC, Canada
    Full-time
    Youll experience them all at London Drugs.As one of Canadas fastest-growing and most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, customer...Show more
    Last updated: 24 days ago • Promoted