Child Welfare Advocate

The Lytton First Nation (LFN) is recruiting a Child Welfare Advocate for Social Development. 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. The Child Welfare Advocate will help assist LFN members with family court, transportation to court, home visits, and help to find local caregivers and ensure to connect families living out of the community to their Nkshaytkn and community.

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.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or experience in human services, child advocacy, legal aid, counseling, psychology, behavioural science or social work.
• 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.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal culture in general and Nlaka’pamux culture and history.
• Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector required).

• Wage Range: $25-35/hour, based on skill set and experience.
• Extended Benefits: Health, Dental, Vison, and Life insurance
• Paid vacation allowance.
• RRSP matching program.