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Family Preservation Counsellor


Company : Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Soc


Location : Vancouver, British Columbia


Created : 2025-06-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Back to all jobs at Vancouver Aboriginal Child & Family Services SocietyFamily Preservation CounsellorVancouver, British Columbia Full-time $69760.70-$89268.45/yearAt VACFSS, we ensure that the rights, safety, well-being and spirit of Indigenous children and families are upheld, honored and protected. We strive to eliminate oppression, discrimination and marginalization within our community. We acknowledge and honor the inherent wisdom, capacity and resourcefulness of our community in designing programs and services to care for our own children and families. Accordingly, we are dedicated to planning, developing, and implementing creative and innovative Indigenous programs and services in collaboration with members of our community and other agencies.Status : Regular Full-timeHours of Work : 8:30 4:30 Monday to FridayProgram : Family Preservation & ReunificationLocation : 745 Clark Drive, Vancouver BCClassification : Social Program Officer, Grid 21Grid 24 (+1 Temporary Market Adjustment)Salary : $ 69,760.70 to $ 89,268.45 annually which includes a 1 Grid Temporary Market AdjustmentEngage in restorative child welfare practice with Vancouvers Indigenous community!Receive a competitive salary of $ 69,760.70 to $ 89,268.45 PLUS a comprehensive benefits package!Take on a challenging role that provides membership in the Public Service Pension Plan!Job SummaryReporting to a Family Preservation Clinical Supervisor, the Family Preservation Counsellor (FPC) provides individual family preservation and reunification services as well as associated services to children, youth and families in the family home, community or at VACFSS.The FPC receives referrals from VACFSSs Child Safety or Guardianship programs. The FPC will work in partnership with the referring social worker and the childs immediate and extended family to identify and build on strengths so that risks to child safety and wellbeing can be reduced and/or eliminated. This is enacted through practice by: (1) Gathering the Circle; (2) Listening, Assessing and Finding Solutions; (3) Creating Security, Belonging and Well-being; and (4) Keeping the Circle Strong.The FPC will provide an intensive array of services over a short term either directly or through referrals to contractors or community partners to assist families in building upon their strengths and enhancing family functioning. The FPC in consultation with their Supervisor will also assist with therapeutic access or visit supervision, support families during court proceedings, and ensure case documentation is maintained accurately, fully and in a timely manner.The FPC will understand the importance of culture in healing for children, youth and families and will help guide connection to culture or spiritual expression with bands or nations. The FPC will be able to work closely with community, VACFSS Family Support Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and others where appropriate to help families participate in culture and ceremony and gain connections to community.The work of the FPC is guided by the values of belonging, respect, strengths-based practice, integrity, and humility. It is conducted in accordance with practice standards, legislation, and VACFSSs philosophy of service delivery, in pursuit of a balanced and harmonious Indigenous community. The FPC will have a good understanding of the Child, Family and Community Services Act (CFCSA) and the Federal Act Bill C92.QualificationsEducation and Experience:Preferred Credentials:Bachelors Degree or higher in Social Work or in Child & Youth Care OR Master's Degree in Educational Counselling Psychology/Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology with completion of a practicum in family and child welfare ORA candidate may be considered equivalent when they are registered and a member in good standing with the BC College of Social Workers or has a letter from the College confirming that their application for registration has been approved.Minimum Credentials:Bachelors Degree in a Human Services field OR Bachelors Degree with a Major/Honors in a Human Services field OR Masters level graduate Certificate/Diploma in a Human Services field AFTER the completion of an unrelated Bachelors Degree.PLUS, a minimum of one year of related OR job-specific work experience.Human Services fields include: Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology, Early Childhood Education, Indigenous Studies, Education, Theology or Nursing.NOTE: If this education was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES). You must provide a comprehensive report and the supplemental report to be considered.Preferred: Preference will be given to candidates who possess:A MSW or Masters degree in a related social services field is preferred.At least two (2) years in family therapy and/or crisis intervention, and/orAt least two (2) years of child care or family support experience.Key CompetenciesRelational EngagementLeadershipCollaborative Planning and Decision MakingEmotional CompetencyResilienceCultural, Spiritual ExpressionNotesA valid Class 5 drivers license and reliable vehicle with business class insurance are required to perform the duties of this position.Applications will be accepted from applicants of all genders.This position requires Union membership.This position requires the incumbent to be available in the office. Remote work is unavailableAbout The BenefitsExtended health and dentalGroup life and AD&DEmployee and Family Assistance Program100% employer-paid premiums3 weeks of vacationPublic Service Pension PlanAccess to VACFSS Staff Cultural Clinical Counselor, ElderAccess to Indigenous Cultural Teachings as coordinated by the AgencyEligible for the VACFSS flex program after passing probationApplications will be accepted from candidates with the above qualifications. Preference may be given to Indigenous candidates as per Section 41 of the Human Rights Code. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr