Are you eager to work in a positive and welcoming environment where the results of your efforts translate into healthy, happy Indigenous families and communities?

IPS is a not for profit organization dedicated to strengthening the lives and voices of Indigenous people, and they are looking for a Caregiver Support (previously called Foster Parent Support) person to join their compassionate, respectful, and caring staff team. If you’re an expert communicator, phenomenal relationship–builder and empathetic problem–solver with a passion for working in partnership with Indigenous families, Elders, and communities, then IPS wants to talk with you!

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Bachelor of Social Work or related degree or diploma.
• A strong background in Indigenous Social Work in the area of child welfare and social services.
• Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act, Caregiver Support Services Standards, Child Protection Standards, Ministry of Children and Youth Service Regulations, Guidelines and Policy Directives
• Knowledge of service development and delivery, the communities and family structure, as well as local First Nations customs and traditions.

Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous descent.

If you are qualified and interested in this position, please send your resume and cover letter describing how your strengths make you an ideal fit for the Caregiver Support position to:

rachelled@ipsociety.ca

with “Caregiver Support” as the subject line by 4 pm on November 22, 2022.