Hours: Full-time, permanent
Job Summary: Saik’uz First Nation seeks a full-time Band Designated Representative (BDR). This position requires a highly motivated individual with community programming experience and training. The BDR is responsible for the development of prevention and educational programs, one-on-one support, and ensuring families have opportunities to increase their ability to effectively care for their children and develop or maintain healthy family dynamics that promote resilience. The BDR agrees to uphold the Child, Family, and Community Service Act and Aboriginal Operations Procedures and Standards Indicators, ensures that all Band members are fully aware of their rights, and considers the child’s interest and welfare paramount.
Additionally, the BDR liaises with other First Nation Band Representatives, agencies, and legal counsel, accompanies Ministry of Child & Family Development workers during investigations, and supports and works with the Carrier Sekani Family Preservation Team and CSFS Community Wellness Team. Additionally, the BDR processes and responds to legal documents as the court orders.
This is a full-time position based on a 35-hour work week.
To Apply: Submit your cover letter and resume to the Band Office or via email at resume@saikuz.com. If submitting via email, include the position title in the subject line.
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