The Band Agency jobs in Victoria, BC

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