Gender Violence Community Support Worker

Inuuqatigiit-Centre Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families is a multi service non- profit organization serving Inuit children and youth and their families, 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 #

Position: Gender Based Violence Community Support worker

Posting Date September 28, 2026

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Full-Time determinant to July 31, 2029

Salary
Range: Starting at $49,750.00 plus benefits

Under the supervision of the Manager of Family Well-Being, the Gender-Based Violence Community Support Worker provides trauma-informed, culturally safe support to Inuit affected by gender-based violence. The position is responsible for safety planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, system navigation, referrals, and family-preservation supports. The worker assists clients in accessing community resources, safe spaces, and protective services, including support with Children's Aid Society matters, while promoting safety, well-being, and empowerment.

• Plan and implement effective outreach strategies to existing and prospective clients through ongoing communications with community, agencies and parents e.g. flyers, emails to partner agencies
• Plan and deliver safe and culturally appropriate workshops and/or groups on a regular basis for clients affected by gender-based violence.
• Identify and report on concerns and issues related to client engagement to Manager of Family Well-Being.
• Plan and purchase supplies for clients affected by GBV.
• Provide transportation assistance to clients to attend appointments and seek assistance
• In collaboration with Manager of Family Well-Being, engage community members to support program implementation and uptake

• Accountable for the sage delivery of supports
• Accountable to support parents and families of participants as required

• Develop supportive and professional rapport with Inuuqatigiit Centre staff.
• Participate in conflict resolution when required
• Develop positive relationships with children/youth and parents at Inuuqatigiit Centre
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to parents
• Act as a positive role model to promote professional values and ethics within Inuuqatigiit Centre and to parents
• Assume leadership role for all aspects of parental engagement and support activities and services including emergency situations
• Demonstrate autonomy and initiative

• Communicate with clients on a regular basis i.e. letters, field trips, health bulletins, etc.
• Foster strong community engagement in FWB programs, e.g. Elders, resource people
• Liaise with other service providers, programs and professionals in the community to facilitate referrals and maintain effective linkage and referral protocols

• Work a regular schedule, with occasional evenings, weekends or additional hours to meet client and program needs.

• 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
• Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software
• Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation, fiscal management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations
• Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment

• Inuit descent preferred
• Post-secondary education in related field an asset
• Minimum of one year of experience in:

• Supporting individuals who have experienced GBV and/or involvement with child protection agencies
• working with Inuit communities, and
• working in a family-oriented program, and
• organizing and facilitating groups

• Negative COVID-19 test;
• TB Test, if applicable, and other immunizations up-to-date;
• Medical certification of good health;
• Vulnerable Sector Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Centre Personnel Policies and Procedures;
• CPR / First Aid Certification (or willingness to become certified);
• Ontario Driver's License required and access to a reliable vehicle is an asset; and Ability to handle difficult and painful emotional situations and establish healthy boundaries, understands the importance of and practices work life balance

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