EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

POSITION: DIRECTOR OF CHILD & FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES
HOURS OF WORK: PERMANENT, FULL-TIME (35 HOURS/WEEK)
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS & SERVICES
WAGE RANGE: STARTING AT $110,000 & UP, ANNUAL SALARY

SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation is seeking a Director of Child, Family and Community Services to provide strategic, culturally grounded leadership for prevention-focused child, youth, and family programming. Reporting to the Director of Programs and Services, the Director plays a key role in advancing SȾÁUTW̱’s vision for family preservation, holistic wellness, and community-led services, while strengthening partnerships and reducing involvement with external child welfare systems.

This role provides senior leadership in program strategic planning and delivery, policy development, program
analysis and financial oversight, and team development, ensuring services are delivered in a culturally safe, traumainformed, and strengths-based manner

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Lead the strategic visioning and operational planning for the SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation Child and Family Services
  programs, ensuring culturally responsive, high-quality service delivery.
• Translate Chief and Council direction and strategic priorities into operational plans, policies, frameworks,
  and measurable outcomes for the division.
• Guide Child and Family Services staff in achieving annual program deliverables aligned with the Nation’s
  operational plan.
• Strengthen partnerships with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), FNHA, family service agencies, and other
  external partners to ensure alignment with agreements and community priorities.
• Identify opportunities for service improvement, program innovation, and long-term planning to enhance
  child, youth, and family well-being.

Program & Service Delivery

• Provide oversight and leadership for family-centered, prevention-focused programming that supports
  children, youth, and families.
• Ensure programs and services promote safety, family well-being, cultural continuity, and community
  engagement.
• Monitor service quality and program outcomes using data and evaluation tools to inform continuous
  improvement.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, child and family protection frameworks, funding agreements,
  and service standards.
• Collaborate with community leadership, families, and partner agencies to ensure programs meet the needs
  of SȾÁUTW̱ members.

Financial Management & Accountability

• Oversight and Management of Child and Family Service Programs budgeting, financial planning, and
  expenditures.
• Assists in the development annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and spending plans.
• Prepares reports and ensures compliance with the SȾÁUTW̱First Nation Financial Administration Law,
  financial policies, and funding agreements.
• Monitor budgets and implement corrective measures to achieve financial targets where necessary.
• Support funding applications, grant proposals, and required reporting to funders
• Contribute to SȾÁUTW̱First Nation’s annual budgeting process and long-term financial sustainability planning.

Program Policy Development

• Supports the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and operational standards that
  strengthen service delivery and compliance.
• Ensure operations adhere to applicable federal and provincial legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Support culturally informed policy implementation and governance best practices.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, retention, and succession planning for the division.
• Mentor coach and support Child and Family Support program staff.
• Promote a collaborative, culturally safe and trauma informed work environment
• Support staff development through coaching, mentorship, and leadership development.
• Apply change management principles to support staff through organizational change.
• Ensure employee files, contracts, and documentation comply with HR legislation.
• Champion culturally grounded leadership frameworks and a positive, respectful workplace culture.

Community Engagement & Communications

• Lead community and family engagement strategies to strengthen participation and inclusion in Child and
  Family Services programs.
• Ensure clear, consistent, and culturally appropriate communications with families, staff, and external
  partners.
• Strengthen trust, transparency, and accountability through meaningful engagement with children, youth,
  families, and the broader communit

• Strong working knowledge of the Child and Family protection framework, including parent and caregiver rights;
  and the ability to apply legislation and policy in practice, support families in navigating these systems for
  informed rights based decision making that prioritizes child safety and family wellbeing.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative, culturally grounded, and trauma-informed leadership style
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead, mentor, and support multidisciplinary teams
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external partners
• High degree of professionalism, accountability, and integrity
• Adaptability and initiative in a dynamic community-based environment

• Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in social services, health, or community-based settings
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing and leading staff
• Demonstrated expertise in child-centred, family-based, and strengths-based service models
• Experience in program development, community engagement, and policy implementation
• Strong knowledge of federal and provincial child and family services legislation and funding frameworks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to obtain a clear criminal record check, including vulnerable sector

• Office-based with use of standard office equipment
• Occasional travel for meetings and events
• Occasional evening or weekend work to meet community and organizational needs

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé outlining their qualifications and interest in the position.

SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation is committed to building a workforce that reflects the community it serves. In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified Indigenous applicants, including Indigenous, Métis, and Inuit candidates.

All applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their application if they choose. Hiring decisions will be made based on merit, qualifications, and organizational needs, while supporting SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation’s commitment to Indigenous employment and self-determination.

Culture/Language

• Respect for and working knowledge of the W̱ SÁNEĆ culture and SENĆOŦEN language is required.

Personal Attributes

• The Director of Programs and Services maintains strict confidentiality in performing their duties and demonstrates the following personal attributes: Respect, Empathy, Strength, Pride and Equality.

Our benefits package includes:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance