MI'GMAQ CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES OF NEW BRUNSWICK INC.
Family Support Worker 12-month term– Pabineau
The Mi’gmaq Child and Family Services of New Brunswick Inc. (MCFSNB) is seeking an individual to join their team as a Family Support Worker in Pabineau for a 12-month term.
The Family Support Worker supports the goals and objectives of Mi’gmaq Child and Family Services through effective delivery of community-based family support programs and services.
The position works directly with children, youth, and families to strengthen family functioning, promote safety and well-being, build parenting and life skills, and connect families with appropriate community and organizational supports. Services are delivered in a culturally respectful, strengths-based, and family-centered manner.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Providing and/or assisting in teaching and modelling skills designed to enhance individual self-awareness;
• Teaching individuals and/or groups effective coping techniques to better equip them with skills to deal with stressful situations;
• Ongoing research and recommendation of community programs that have the potential to address community needs;
• Delivering a broad range of support services identified within individual or family case/intervention plans in collaboration with the assigned Social Worker;
• Monitoring and reporting on the progress or challenges of families striving to meet the requirements of their case plan and or strengthen their parenting, house keeping and general household management skills;
• Providing services and support to foster families;
• Providing transportation for clients to appointments, meetings, shopping, and other identified activities, as directed by the assigned Social Worker;
• The ability and commitment to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when required.
• Performing a broad range of administrative functions in support of Mi’gmaq Child and Family Services;
• Performing other related duties as required to support the team.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Graduation from high school with training and considerable relevant experience providing social and /or community services to individuals and families in need;
• A solid understanding of Mi’gmaq culture, traditions and socioeconomic conditions.
• Possession of a valid New Brunswick driver’s license with the appropriate designation to transport clients and submission of a clean drivers abstract,
• The ability to qualify for insurance as required in the transportation of clients
• The ability and commitment to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when required.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Fluent in English;
• The ability to speak Mi’gmaq is considered an asset;
• A current Criminal Record Check, including requirements for working with the vulnerable sector;
• Prior Contact Check with the Department of Social Development;
• The ability to travel throughout the community’s territory as required.
SALARY RANGE:
$1,282.80 weekly
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume to HR@mcfsnb.ca
APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 24, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
** Preference will be given to qualified candidates of Indigenous ancestry.