FDR Social Worker-F/T (Chilliwack)-1923

Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Societ

$69K — $94K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Social Work, Child and Youth Care, or Social Sciences degree.
  • Minimum three years of experience in human services (preferred).
  • Delegated to practice or willingness to attend C6 delegation training in B.C.
  • Knowledge of BC Child Protection standards and relevant Indigenous cultural practices.
  • Strong understanding of applicable federal and provincial legislation.
  • Computer literacy in databases and Microsoft software.
  • Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

  • Provide culturally appropriate and community-based social services.
  • Act as first point of contact for child protection reports.
  • Collaborate with families, community members, and elder supports in service delivery.
  • Implement Family Development Response and protective services.
  • Participate in community events and ceremonies, ensuring cultural integration.
  • Engage in case planning decisions with community involvement.
  • Build preventative programming to strengthen community capacity.

Benefits

  • Employer-paid Extended Health benefits.
  • Participation in Public Service Pension Plan (if eligible).
  • Earned Day Off available on designated Fridays.
  • Opportunity for professional development and multi-disciplinary experience.
  • Commitment to confidentiality and ethical practices.
Full Job Description
FDR Social Worker - 1923

Full-Time Position-Chilliwack

FDR Delegated Team 1

Salary- $69,762.65 to $94,755.02 per annum (35 hrs. per week)

EDO (Earned Day Off) Available: Friday-week 2

Please note that anyone applying for this position maybe subject to the wage growth series within the Indigenous Delegated Social Worker Progression (IDSWP) outlined in the Collective Agreement APPENDIX A1

Anyone placed on the IDSWP growth series will not be eligible for the temporary market adjustment until they reach full working level Grid 25, Step 1.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to a Delegated Team Leader, social workers will work within the communities to provide culturally appropriate, and responsive, community-based services. Services will fall within the parameters provided by the BC Child, Family and Community Services Act and the Aboriginal Operational and Practice Standards and Indicators (AOPSI). Services will support Communities in building preventative programming that strengthens the capacity and involvement of the Community in protecting, supporting, and planning for its children. The Social Worker will be the first point of contact for any child protection report, and will work in partnership with Families, Community Members, Band Designates, identified Elders, and other identified supports, in all Case Planning and Service Delivery decisions. The Social Worker will provide services within the realm of; Family Development Response, Protective and Voluntary Family Service, and Guardianship. The Social Worker will become knowledgeable of, and competent in the practice of Community Protocols, and will participate in important Community events and ceremonies.

Xyólheméylh is proud to have an Elders Advisory Council to ensure that culture is embedded throughout the agency ensuring the goals, missions and values are upheld in a good way. Lets'emót - to be of one heart and one mind.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor of Social Work Degree, Child and Youth Care Degree or a Social Sciences degree
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the human services field would be an asset.
  • A combination of related education in a human services field and experience may be accepted.
  • Must be delegated or able/willing to attend training for C6 delegation in the province of B.C.
  • Ability to practice standards set out in the Child Protection Response Policies, B.C. Child, Family and Community Services Act, and the Aboriginal Operational and Practice Standards and Indicators (AOPSI) Manual;
  • Awareness of the B.C. Benefits Act; B.C. Adoptions Act; B.C. Family Relations Act; Young Offenders Act; and other pertinent provincial and federal legislation;
  • Ability to practice standards set out in Good Recording Guide;
  • Knowledge and appreciation of Indigenous culture and how culture impacts in the development of individuals and communities; and Indigenous culture in general and history in particular;
  • Understanding of cross-cultural issues as they affect children in care, foster parents, biological parents and communities of origins;
  • Practical knowledge of federal, provincial and indigenous organizations mandated to provide health, counseling and child and family services;
  • Strong understanding of agency policies and procedure manuals.
  • Computer literacy on databases, Microsoft Word, Excel and other computer software
  • Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License (no restrictions); reliable transportation with adequate vehicle insurance
  • This is an excellent opportunity for fully delegated staff to gain experience on a Multi-Interdisciplinary Team, and develop professionally towards advancing into other career options
  • Criminal Records Check is a requirement.


CONFIDENTIALITY:

FVACFSS employees are expected to be familiar with and must comply with the expectations of confidentiality as outlined in the Agency's Human Resources Policy Manual and other policies and operational manuals, AOPSI and the

B.C. Child, Family and Community Services Act.

LEARN MORE:

You can learn more about us at www.fvacfss.ca.

This Position requires Union Membership

We are pleased to offer employer paid Extended Health benefits and enjoy participating in our attractive pension program with the Public Service Pension Plan, if eligible.

*Preference may be given to Indigenous candidates as per Section 41 of the Human Rights Code.

This position is open to internal and external candidates at this time

Applications will be accepted until 4:30pm PST on

Tuesday, September 8th, 2026.

Current employees of Xyólheméylh must apply for this position using the Internal Job Posting portal in ADP, with Xyólheméylh login credentials.

COVID-19 Precautions

The health and safety or our employees, their families, and the communities that we serve is of utmost importance to us. We will follow BC Ministry of Health Guidelines and Orders.

Because the health of our employees and candidates is a top priority, we may be conducting our hiring process virtually. We will provide candidates selected for interviews with all the required instructions.

EDO Available - Friday Week 2

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