STZ'UMINUS FIRST NATION ('SFN') OVERVIEW
At SFN, we are deeply committed to the well-being and prosperity of our members. Our mission goes beyond just providing services; we are dedicated to creating a vibrant and thriving community rooted in our rich cultural heritage. We focus on sustainable development, cultural preservation, and economic growth, working hand-in-hand with our members and partners to deliver impactful initiatives that support health, education, and employment opportunities.
Joining SFN means being part of an organization that values tradition while driving progress. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that honors the past while shaping the future, SFN is the place for you.
Job Title: Indigenous Community Engagement Supervisor
Pay: $51,072.00 - $68,096.00 - $85,120 (Salary explained below)
Contract: Fulltime Permanent
Hours: Mon to Thursday (36 hrs per week)
Union: Non-union position
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting directly to the Social Development Manager, the Indigenous Community Engagement Supervisor provides comprehensive programmatic oversight, and case-management leadership for the Nation's integrated prevention department. This role is responsible for directing two unified operational wings: Child & Family Wellness (aimed at reducing out-of-home placements and supporting Cultural Caregivers) and the high-intensity Youth Intervention tier (trauma-informed crisis containment).
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
· Serve as the primary operational point of contact between Stz’uminus First Nation and Kw’umut Lelum Child and Family Services (KL) regarding delicate child protection and welfare dynamics.
· Provide leadership, supervision and oversight of all Child, Youth and Family programs to ensure services are delivered though a prevention -focused approach that reduces the risk of involvement with child and family services.
· Oversee, develop, monitor and evaluate community-based programs that strengthen children, youth, and families and promote keeping families safely together within the community.
· Identify service gaps, coordinate access to appropriate internal and external resources, and support referrals to specialized services when required.
· Provide administrative oversight for high-risk youth and vulnerable families through a trauma-informed culturally safe, and strengths-based approach.
· Ensure case management practices maintain confidentiality, accurate documentation, appropriate risk assessment, coordinated service planning , and collaboration with community partners to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and families.
· Ensure all programming reflects Stzuminus First Nation values, promotes cultural identity and belonging and supports family wellness, resilience, and community capacity through prevention, early intervention, and cultrally grounded practices.
· Coordinate and implement child and family wellness programming in strict accordance with the Child and Family Protocol and Services Agreement, ensuring absolute alignment with community goals.
· Supervise the multi-disciplinary prevention team, providing structured supervision to Family Advocates, Community Engagement Workers, and the Child and Youth Workers.
· Assist families in accessing critical resources and services within the community to support their wellness and reduce the need for children to enter care.
· Coordinate and track mandatory certification and training schedules for direct reports, specifically monitoring competencies in Trauma-Informed Practice, Suicide Intervention (ASIST), Crisis Intervention, Child/Youth Mental Health, & FASD awareness.
· Prepare, sign off, and submit detailed monthly and quarterly departmental progress updates, program performance statistics, and community updates to the Social Development Manager.
· Establish and maintain sound working relationships with local schools, health authorities, clinical professionals, Indigenous service organizations, and community Elders to build an integrated safety network around vulnerable youth.
· Promote, protect, and integrate Stz’uminus traditions, language, customs, and cultural practices into programs and practices.
· Enforce and uphold strict data-handling policies and statutory confidentiality protocols regarding complex client files, investigative disclosures, and protected family records.
· Engage with Cultural Caregivers, integrating Stz’uminus First Nation traditions and cultural practices for children who cannot stay with their families.
· Support the delivery of emergency services for families in the community, as directed by the manager.
· Maintain effective communication with team members, community members, and external stakeholders through emails, meetings, and phone calls.
· Facilitate group purchases of program supplies, manage budgets for resource materials, and ensure efficient distribution of resources within the team.
· Manage administrative tasks related to the program, including scheduling, organizing meetings, and maintaining accurate records.
· Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERINCE
· Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW), a Bachelor's Degree in Child and Youth Care (CYC), or a highly relevant human services discipline is required.
· Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressive professional experience in a social work, child protection, or intensive family support framework, including a minimum of two (2) years of direct personnel management, clinical supervision, or programmatic leadership experience.
· Mandatory Certifications: Valid Emergency First Aid Level 1, and a Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector clearance (re-certified every two years). Verified certification or immediate willingness to complete Trauma-Informed Practice training is required.
· Superior conflict de-escalation talent, advanced case-auditing proficiency, clear oral/written communication skills, and intermediate proficiency with digital database and office productivity tools.
· Driver's License: Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle.
ABOUT THE SALARY
The Salary Range is the minimum and maximum annual salary based on full time equivalent hours. Incumbents are typically hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the range based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and experience in relation to the role requirements. The top 10% of the pay range is for the incumbents who are industry experts in the job with the combination of exceptional experience and competencies needed to perform all duties and responsibilities at a superior capability level.
TOTAL COMPENSATION
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:
- Salary & pension plan with an employer contribution of 6% (after 3 months)
- 2 weeks’ vacation, 2 weeks’ time off during Christmas, generous sick time, 14 days of stat holidays including two SFN designated leaves.
- Fully employer paid extended health & benefits, Short-Term and Long-term, Life Insurance, Employee & Family Assistance program, and split paid Dental.
- Professional development support and more!
SFN is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your application to [email protected], with subject, as title of the Job applied for.
Closing date: Open until filled
For more information about us, please visit: Stz'uminus (stzuminus.com)
Pay: $51,072.00-$85,120.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Experience:
- social work, child protection, or intensive family support : 5 years (required)
- personnel management, or programmatic leadership: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
