Community Prevention Worker

POSITION SUMMARY

Scw’exmx Child and Family Services Society (The Society) is seeking a dedicated, culturally grounded, and community-focused professional to serve as a Community Prevention Worker.

Reporting to the Community Services Team Leader, this role supports the delivery of culturally responsive prevention services that strengthen children, youth, families, and communities. The Community Prevention Worker develops and facilitates prevention programming, promotes early intervention and family wellness, and works collaboratively with Elders, community members, schools, service providers, and partner organizations to address community-identified needs.

This position plays an important role in advancing The Society's strategic shift from Protection to Prevention by strengthening protective factors, supporting healthy family relationships, and promoting culturally grounded, community-based supports. The Community Prevention Worker upholds The Society's commitments to Culture of Caring and Growing Our People while embedding nłeʔkepmx and syilx values, teachings, and cultural practices into service delivery.

OVERVIEW OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate culturally grounded prevention programs, workshops, and community initiatives.
• Provide education and support related to parenting, life skills, healthy relationships, wellness, and family strengthening.
• Collaborate with Member Communities, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, schools, and service providers to identify community needs and develop responsive programming.
• Promote community engagement through participation in cultural events, gatherings, and prevention-focused activities.
• Support children, youth, and families by connecting them to appropriate resources, services, and community supports.
• Foster respectful and collaborative relationships with community members and partner organizations.
• Maintain accurate documentation, statistics, reports, and program records.
• Support the integration of nłeʔkepmx and syilx culture, language, traditions, and teachings within prevention services.
• Adhere to organizational policies, confidentiality requirements, and Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) standards.
• Participate in ongoing training, professional development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Strong understanding of prevention-focused, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Knowledge of the impacts of colonization, residential schools, and intergenerational trauma on Indigenous individuals, families, and communities.
• Strong communication, facilitation, relationship-building, and community engagement skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with children, youth, families, Elders, community leaders, and service providers.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a community-based environment.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a clear Criminal Record Check and MCFD Prior Contact Check.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence and provide a current driver's abstract.
• Ability to travel regularly within Member Communities and work occasional evenings and weekends as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Social Services, Human Services, Community Development, Education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in social services, community services, prevention programming, or a related field.
• Experience working with Indigenous children, youth, families, and communities.
• Experience developing, facilitating, or coordinating community-based programs and activities.
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultural protocols, traditions, and community-based approaches is considered an asset.
• Experience working collaboratively with community partners, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and professional or personal practice of nłeʔkepmx and syilx traditional values, cultural practices, and protocols is an asset.

MINIMUM REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Indigenous Knowledge: Applied understanding of nłeʔkepmx and syilx values, traditions, protocols, culture, and language, with sensitivity to the historical and systemic impacts on Indigenous families and communities.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to assess situations, identify needs, solve problems, and support positive outcomes using sound judgment.
• Business and Strategic Acumen: Understanding of organizational goals and the role of prevention services in supporting community wellness.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, and professional writing skills.
• Motivation: Self-directed, dependable, and committed to supporting positive outcomes for children, youth, families, and communities.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate multiple activities, and meet deadlines.
• Conflict Resolution: Ability to navigate challenging situations respectfully and maintain positive working relationships.

The Society is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation that reflects a candidate's education, experience, skills, and overall qualifications. Most successful candidates can expect to be placed between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range at the time of hire.

Placement above the midpoint may be considered for candidates who bring significant directly related experience, specialized expertise, and a demonstrated ability to perform all core aspects of the role with minimal orientation or training.

The maximum of the salary range is generally reserved for candidates who closely match or exceed all preferred qualifications, possess extensive relevant experience, demonstrate exceptional competency in the position's key responsibilities, and can make an immediate contribution at a highly proficient level.

Salary placement decisions are made in a manner that supports internal equity, market competitiveness, and The Society's compensation philosophy.