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Band Designate
SONGHEES FIRST NATION —Victoria, BC
- $38 an hour
- Temporary
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with children
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Band Designate

SONGHEES FIRST NATION
Victoria, BC

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Job details

Temporary | Full-time | Contract

Benefits

Casual dress
On-site parking

Skills

Childcare
CPR Certification
Class 5 Licence
Program management
Early childhood education
Experience working with children
First Aid Certification
Human resources
Organizational skills
Social Work
Leadership
Communication skills
Driving Licence
Time management

Full job description

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Child and Family Services within the Child and Family Services (CFS) department, the Band Designate is a key role responsible for advocating on behalf of the Nation’s children and families involved with the child welfare system, while providing day-to-day supervision and coordination of Child and Family Services staff and programming.

This is a 6-month term contract to work directly with individuals and families. The expected hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8:30pm to 4:30pm, but this position will require flexibility for special circumstances and program requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as the Nation’s designated representative in all child protection matters involving member children, youth, and families
Ensures culturally safe, trauma-informed, and Nation-led practices are embedded across services
Upholds the community’s inherent rights to care for and protect its children
Acts as the primary point of contact between the Nation and external child welfare agencies
Build trusting, respectful, and supportive relationships with individuals and families within the community
Advocate for community members using a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally safe approach that promotes positive outcomes
Knowledge of, and ability to work in accordance with, the Child, Family and Community Service Act (CFCSA) and related legislation, policies, and practices
Identify and respond to safety concerns in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and established protocols
Collaborate effectively with Family Support Workers, Social Workers, Counsellors, and the Child and Family Services (CFS) team to ensure coordinated and holistic service delivery
Provide family advocacy and support in partnership with the CFS team, including participation in home visits, case planning, and court-related proceedings as required
Maintain professional and ethical standards, including appropriate boundaries, confidentiality, and respectful interactions that foster trust and dignity
Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed documentation of client interactions and monthly reports
Demonstrate familiarity of local and regional service providers (e.g., MCFD, NIȽ TU,O, health, education, legal and housing supports)
Transport individuals and families as required in the course of duties

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Degree or diploma in Social Work, Indigenous Governance, Child and Youth Care, or a related human services field
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in child and family services, preferably within an Indigenous context
Knowledge of The Child, Family and Community Service Act (CFCSA) and reporting requirements
Demonstrates ability to maintain an effective work relationship with families, colleagues, service providers, and regulatory program advisors
Program coordination experience within Indigenous communities
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proven ability to work collaboratively with other team members
Maintain confidentiality and follow all data protection standards
Knowledge and understanding of Songhees Nation culture, heritage, and spirituality as well as the unique circumstances faced by Songhees members and the community
Valid class 5 BC driver’s license required
Must be able to provide a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening
Current First Aid/CPR certificate

Pay: $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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