FASD Key Worker

Job Title: Key Worker
Location: Sechelt/Gibsons
Employment Type: Part-time, Permanent, 10 hours/week
Compensation: $39.49-$43.44

About Community Services

Since 1974, Sunshine Coast Community Services Society has been at the heart of creating positive change for people on the Sunshine Coast. With a legacy built on care, dedication, and adaptability, we proudly offer over 30 impactful programs across the region. Our work spans four vital areas: Community Action and Engagement, Together Against Violence, Child and Family Counselling, and Family, Youth, and Children’s Services.

Guided by our core values—social justice, interdependence, diversity, compassion, and respect—we are driven to empower individuals and strengthen our community. We’re seeking passionate, values-driven individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of others. If that sounds like you, join us and be part of our meaningful journey!

About the Role
The Key Worker provides support, information, education, training, and intervention to the community and families of children and youth with FASD/CDBC and related disorders. The Key Worker provides families with opportunities to network with other parents and caregivers of children with similar challenges and reports to the Program Lead.

What You’ll Do

• Receives referrals and provide direct outreach services to children, youth, families or caregivers.
• Assists and supports families to interpret assessments and provides help with necessary supports.
• Oversees and coordinates the implementation of recommended plans and provides activities to maintain or prompt a planned change in behaviour, functioning, or condition.
• Teaches strategies and provides information in a flexible manner in order to increase the knowledge of parents and professionals of the neurological nature of these disorders.
• Coordinates and/or liaisons with the assessment teams to identify children and adolescents with FASD and similar Complex Developmental Behavioural Conditions.
• Provides services and support in the context of a family-centered practice.
• Advocates for children and youth.
• Stays current and informed about relevant legislation, information, and services.
• Establishes, develops, and facilitates parent-to-parent support mechanisms that allow for mentoring, training, education, self-help, and mutual aid.
• Maintains records and client files, prepares reports, administers surveys, and collects statistics, and client feedback as requested.
• Adheres to SCCSS policies and procedures and meets all legal, contractual, financial, and other compliance requirements such as CARF.
• Participates and contributes to regular staff meetings.
• Obtains and maintains awareness of the demographic and socio-economic variables of the community and actively works to reduce barriers to service.
• Maintains client records and client files in keeping with program manual and SCCSS policy.
• Support the mission, vision, and values of SCCSS including participating in organizational-wide initiatives as interested or asked.
• Assists with other duties as required, from time to time, aiding with the efficient operation of the organization.
• Assists the Program Lead in creating a learning environment for students and volunteers.

What You Bring

• Bachelor or graduate degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, or related human services field with a minimum of 2 years related experience. Or a diploma in child and youth care or related human service field and a minimum of 3 years experience working with children and youth affected by FASD and their families.
• Knowledge and experience working with children and youth with FASD, Complex Developmental Behavioural Conditions, and related disorders.
• Understanding of the social and educational needs for the child or youth and the impact of FASD/CDBC on their families.
• Understanding of appropriate strategies based on a neurodevelopmental framework.
• Experience developing and facilitating groups and training.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and workshop schedule.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate appointments in the evenings and weekends.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients according to varying developmental levels.
• Knowledge of multi-cultural issues, Indigenous families, family systems, and culturally appropriate practices.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office suite and experience with an electronic client records management system.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive and Transparent Compensation: We value fairness and clarity in our wages.
• Wellness and Flexibility: Receive special leave annually for wellness, personal needs, and more.
• Professional Development Support: Paid memberships for professional designations and plenty of opportunities for growth.
• Community Impact: Be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference.
• Team Connection: Participate in our annual Off-Site Team Building Day with fun, engaging activities that foster collaboration and connection.

Additional information:

• A Class 5 driver’s license is required to travel to different sites or meetings.
• Criminal Record Check (CRC) clearance is required for working with vulnerable populations.
• This is an in-office position

How to Apply

Please include your resume as a part of your application. We are committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any part of the application process, please contact hr@sccss.ca

“We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.”

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