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Business: Lytton First Nation
Email: jobs@lfn.band
Phone: 2504552304
Address: 1570 Silo Road, Lytton, BC, V0K 1Z0
Website: https://lfn.band/job-opportunities

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The Lytton First Nation (LFN) is recruiting a

Child Welfare Advocate for Social Development.

Wage Range: $25-35/hour, based on skill set and experience.

The Child Welfare Advocate reports to the Social Development Manager and will work with the Child Advocate Program to support LFN children and families involved in the Child Welfare System and Advance Jurisdiction in Child Welfare. 

AS THE CHILD WELFARE ADVOCATE, YOU WILL:

• Understand Bill C-92 and jurisdiction.
• Attend family court and maintain current records of clients and follow up on active cases to ensure safety of children.
• Work with children and families when there are concerns that are reported.
• Help families with transportation, visits, and additional support as needed.
• Plan family camps and activities for clients.
• Attend decision-making meetings with local authorities, school officials, and social workers, on behalf of children and family.
• Prepare meetings and partner with social workers to ensure the safety and advocacy of children.
• Uphold child and family legal rights to ensure they are treated fairly.
• Request updates and maintain records for youth clients performance in school and at their current foster home to provide additional support.
• Assist with community events as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of relevant experience working in human services, child advocacy, legal aid, counseling, psychology, behavioural science, or social work.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Must be familiar with Trauma Informed Practice and able to identify warning signs of abuse, trauma, physical and mental instability and substance dependency.
• Ability to provide services in a professional manner.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and Nlaka’pamux culture and history.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and clean driver's abstract.
• Successful completion of a vulnerable sector criminal record check.

BENEFITS:

• Extended Benefits: Health, Dental, Vison, and Life insurance.
• Paid vacation allowance.
• RRSP matching program.

Open until filled.

Apply with cover letter, resume, and 3 current references to: jobs@lfn.band

PO Box 20, Lytton BC V0K 1Z0