Supervisor-Family Engagement and Attendance Specialist

Supervisor-Family Engagement and Attendance Specialist

Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services

• Lead a team dedicated to promoting student success by reducing chronic absenteeism and strengthening family-school partnerships.
• Guide and oversee the Family Engagement and Attendance Specialists in providing intensive, individual support to children and youth who face attendance barriers, fostering culturally respectful and empowering relationships with families.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, caregivers, and school staff to identify attendance challenges, develop tailored intervention plans, and monitor progress toward improved attendance and academic achievement.
• Build trusting relationships within the community and nurture a supportive environment alongside the team.
• Stay current on child welfare matters and act as an advocate and lobby for prevention and intervention solutions to issues directly affecting Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory families.

• Bachelor of Social Work Degree, Early Childhood Education Degree, or a related degree in social services is preferred.
• Experience working with Indigenous families and communities.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience working with children, youth, and families in a wellness, education, or prevention capacity within a First Nation community.
• Knowledge of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory programs and services.
• Knowledge of school systems, attendance policies, and child development principles.
• Knowledge and efficient utilization of Caseworks case management software for the program.
• Knowledge, understanding, respect, and sensitivity of Anishnawbek culture, traditions, and the Seven Grandfather Teachings.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and successfully pass a Criminal Reference Check.

Salary: $93,897.00

Location:

In-Office Wiikwemkoong