Visitation Program Assistant Worker
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Inuuqatigiit Centre, 230 McArthur Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Posted Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.
Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families is a multi service non-profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families. We are dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families.
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Manager of Family Well-Being (FWB), the Visitation Program Assistant Worker supports the delivery of community-based programming for families involved with the Children’s Aid Society, engages and supports parents using a holistic and family-centred approach and ensures safe spaces for clients in compliance with the current wise practices, relevant legislation and Inuuqatigiit Centre policies and procedures.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Plan and implement effective outreach strategies to existing and new families through on-going communications with community and agencies
Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate activities for children and their families when participating in access visits
Ensure safe and culturally appropriate visits for Inuit children and their families
Support the planning and implementation of family/community events and activities
Identify and report on concerns and issues related to parental engagement to Manager of FWB
Resolve issues that arise in delivery of programming and support to parents
Plan and purchase supplies for programs and activities, including food
In collaboration with FWB Program Manager, engage community members to support program implementation and uptake.
Plan and deliver community-based services and safe spaces based on the Inuuqatigiit Centre FWB model
Plan and facilitate community visitation for families involved with the Children’s Aid Society (CAS) in a supportive, trauma-informed and culturally safe manner
Liaise with workers from CAS, Inuuqatigiit Centre and partner organizations to ensure the seamless and supportive planning of access visits
Assist in the planning of transportation associated with CAS visits and communicate with drivers as needed
Support the delivery of visits for Inuit children where custody or adoption may be a factor
Actively participate in case management meetings and required follow up
Regularly participate in supervision meetings with the FWB Manager; and
Support the facilitation of prevention activities (e.g evening/weekend programming)
Implement a team approach to planning community-based programming and safe spaces e.g. l and-based family camp, monthly family activities, CAS access visits
Provide information to the FWB Program Manager for the purpose of local program progress tracking and evaluation; and
Adhere to the FWB mandate and workplan
Engage with various agencies and stakeholders to strengthen family support and engagement programs and services
Qualifications & Requirements
Post secondary education in a related field an asset
Minimum of one year of experience in:
Supporting families or individuals
Working with Inuit communities
Working in a family oriented program
Organizing and facilitating groups
Medical certification of good health
Police Record Check – Vulnerable Sector required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Centre Personnel Policies and Procedures
Driver’s License required
Skills and Knowledge
Fluency in Inuktitut would be an asset
Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children, parents & families
Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing English
Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software
Strong organizational, program planning, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations
Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment
Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment
Enthusiasm, flexibility, dedication and commitment to children
Please apply
Please apply with a cover letter and up-to-date resume to Human Resources Department
Additional Information
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