Social Worker
Denisiqi Services Society
Employment Opportunity for
SOCIAL WORKER
Denisiqi Services Society is a growing Delegated Aboriginal Agency delivering innovative, culturally infused child and family services and programs in Williams Lake and in our six member communities of the Tsilhqot’in Nation and Ulkatcho First Nation.
Denisiqi offers competitive wages and benefits package, advanced training opportunities and a progressive, wellness focused work environment. If you are a Social Worker looking to advance your career while influencing positive changes in the lives of the children and families we serve, we want you to join our Delegated Services Team.
The Opportunity:
Denisiqi (DSS) is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as a Child Protection Social Worker. As an integral member of a multi-disciplinary team, the Social Worker will have an opportunity to develop their culturally appropriate services and enhance the relationships and wellness of children and families.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
•Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
•Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to be extremely effective independently
•Ability to handle unpleasant and emotionally charged situations
•Strong understanding of social, economic, political and historical concerns in Aboriginal communities and culturally agile and responsive.
•Ability to communicate in an appropriate and trauma informed manner orally and in writing
•Ability to effectively use standard computer applications
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
•Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services / Social Work field OR Bachelor’s Degree with a Major/Honors in a Human Services field OR Master’s level graduate Certificate/Diploma in a Human Services field AFTER the completion of an unrelated Bachelor’s Degree. PLUS, a minimum of one year of related OR job-specific work experience. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
•Must be eligible for C6 delegation and have experience in delivering delegated services
•Must have experience working with First Nations children, youth, families and communities
•A valid BC driver’s license and criminal record check are mandator
Wage Range: Starting $41.65 or match previous delegated level to $47.45
How to apply:
Please submit Cover Letter with Resume by: Open until filled
Christa Smith, Executive Director
Denisiqi Services Society
240B North Mackenzie Avenue Williams Lake, BC V2G 1N6
Fax: (250) 392-6501 or E-mail: christa@denisiqi.org
Note: Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference will be given to applicants with First Nations ancestry. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted






