Namaht - Support Worker

@ Tobique Child & Family Services Agency

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New Brunswick

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Overview

Tobique Child & Family Services Agency is hiring a full-time Namaht Support Worker at Namaht, a live-in, community-based home for children and youth. The role provides culturally grounded mentorship, supports daily living skills and case plans, and includes transportation and documentation duties.

Responsibilities:

Create and maintain a safe, culturally responsive home environment
Build trusting relationships and support daily living skills
Implement individualized case plans guided by Social Workers
Provide client transportation and complete timely documentation
Report client concerns and incidents promptly

Requirements summary:

Knowledge of Wolastoqey/Maliseet culture and community values
Experience working with Indigenous communities and youth (asset)
SSCW diploma from NBCC (asset, or willingness to enroll)
Valid New Brunswick driver's licence
Clear criminal, vulnerable sector and social development record checks
Successful drug test per TCFSA policy

Tools & skills

Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel

Source and dates

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Employer posting date: 2025-11-24
First seen by our source: 2026-10-15
Source record updated: 2026-10-15

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Job details

Seniority	Entry level
Department	Social & community services
Hours per week	40 (estimated)
Travel	air: none · ground: minimal
Work setting	Client sites
Position	Sitting and standing
Physical demands	physical low · computer low
Driver’s licence	required
Background checks	criminal record, vulnerable sector, drug and alcohol
Encouraged to apply	Indigenous peoples
Education	College diploma (preferred)
Fields of study	Social Services Community Worker

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Job Description

Namaht Support Worker

Introduction

Tobique Child & Family Services Agency Inc. is grounded in the spirit of community, language, and cultural strength of the Wolastoqewiyik people. Our mission centers around supporting the well-being of Neqotkuk children and families through culturally informed, community-rooted services.

Position Summary

“Namaht” means “my home” in the Wolastoqey language, it is more than a residence; it is a place of belonging, healing, and growth. The Namaht - Support Worker provides meaningful support and mentorship to clients residing at Namath, a live-in, community-based home designed to meet the unique needs of children and youth in a structured and culturally grounded environment. This role supports the emotional, mental, and life-skill development of clients while maintaining a safe, respectful, and empowering setting.

Key Responsibilities

Create and maintain a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environment.
Build trusting relationships with clients that encourage self-confidence and respectful communication.
Support daily living skills, personal growth, and community involvement activities.
Assist in implementing individualized case plans as guided by assigned Social Workers.
Follow the daily schedule and routines of Namaht with consistency and care.
Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to information-sharing protocols across all platforms.
Provide transportation for clients when required.
Complete accurate and timely documentation as per agency requirements.
Communicate any client-related concerns or incidents to the Namaht - Manager or on-call staff promptly.

Qualifications

Diploma in Social Services Community Worker (SSCW) from NBCC is considered an asset; candidates who do not possess the diploma must be willing to enroll in the course.
Strong knowledge of Wolastoqey/Maliseet culture, teachings, and community values.
Previous experience working with Indigenous communities and youth is a strong asset.
Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
Capable of working in a fast-paced, emotionally sensitive environment.
Competent in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and documentation systems.
Valid New Brunswick Driver’s License.
Clear Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Social Development record Check are required.
Must successfully pass a drug test before and during employment in accordance with TCFSA's Drug and Alcohol Policy.