Family Support Worker - FDR - Temporary FT

PROGRAM: Family Development Response Program

LOCATION: Kamloops BC

STATUS: Temporary FullTime

TERM: Until August 2026 or the return of the incumbent

HOURS of WORK: 37.5 hours per week

SCHEDULE: Monday Friday flexible schedule mainly within the standard office hours of 8:30 am4:30 pm with some work performed on the evenings or weekends to meet program and client needs.

REPORTS TO: Family Services Program Coordinator

COMPENSATION: $29.17 $33.49 per hour (Grid 12 as per collective agreement)

CLOSING DATE: Open until a suitable candidate is found

JOB NUMBER: 202523

BENEFITS

• Extended Health Care Benefits including Dental Vision Paramedical Services Life Insurance Employee & Family Assistance Program etc. upon completion of the probationary period and for the term of this role.
• Optional paid vacation and paid stat leave OR 10.6 additional pay with every paycheck
• 5 fully paid sick days per year
• 61 /km mileage reimbursement for jobrequired travel using a personal vehicle
• Up to $200 /year insurance premium reimbursement in case of a Business Insurance switch
• Wage increases with every 2000 hrs. of seniority up until Step 4
• Fully paid training and professional development opportunities
• Community involvement and wellbeing activities
• Priority as an internal candidate for future job vacancies
• Interior Community Services is a Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) employer. Temporary Fulltime employees entitlement to MPP is determined based on the candidates current contribution status or after one year of employment in the role. If you are already a contributing member then your contributions are continued without interruptions.

ABOUT THE JOB:

The Family Support Worker (FSW) provides outreach services in Kamloops and nearby areas supporting highrisk families through crisis intervention violence prevention life skills training and parenting support. This role involves home visits coaching and group facilitation to develop safety plans teach conflict resolution and educate on child development. The FSW assesses needs sets goals monitors progress advocates for families makes referrals and responds to crises. Collaboration with MCFD social workers and community professionals is essential with frequent travel required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support highrisk families experiencing violence typically over a 3month service period with a 6week followup.
• Provide crisis management immediate outreach and followup referrals.
• Assist in safety planning and teach parenting communication conflict resolution and life skills.
• Educate families on child development and facilitate/cofacilitate educational groups.
• Share materials on child safety and health standards.
• Assess family strengths needs and interactions to set goals and intervention strategies with MCFD and other supports.
• Monitor progress advocate for client rights and ensure ongoing support.
• Respond to crises assess risks and assist in stabilization.
• Collaborate with MCFD social workers attend team meetings and training and engage with community professionals.

EDUCATION TRAINING and EXPERIENCE:

• Degree (preferred) or Diploma in Human Service Social Work or relevant field
• Minimum one 1 year experience in a Family Support capacity including crisis intervention support to families.
• Or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES:

• Proficient in applying current researchbased theories methods and interventions relevant to families coping with issues of violence addictions and mental health.
• Skilled in assessing and identifying individual and family strengths challenges and risks with the capacity to assist families in setting and achieving goals.
• Adept at crisis management demonstrating a strong ability to respond effectively in urgent situations.
• Collaborative approach in working with social workers and community professionals to achieve shared objectives.
• Exemplary professionalism characterized by ethical decisionmaking and accountability.
• Strong teamwork collaboration and conflict management skills to foster a positive working environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to specified areas in and around Kamloops as outlined in our contracts.

REQUIREMENTS

• BC Class 5 drivers license or equivalent with a Safe Driving Record
• Ownership of a safe reliable vehicle insured with Business Use for $5M liability. (Reimbursement for the costs of additional insurance)
• Following training is required and provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certification is an asset: CPRC Mandt (RC) Safe Talk MCFD Privacy Safe Food Handling AntiBullying and Harassment
• Consent to Criminal Record Checks with venerable sector search
• This position requires Union membership with a 1.85 Union Dues deduction from the pay.

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ICS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion visible or invisible diverse abilities gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin age or citizenship or immigration status. Where bona fide occupational requirements limit the applicant selection the burden of proof rests with the Employer.