Cultural Lead, Child Family Services
Job Summary
Department Information
The Tlicho Community Services Agency is a unique organization responsible for the delivery of education, health and social services within the Tlicho region. The Tlicho Community Services Agency's vision 'Strong Like Two People' is a metaphor for the desire by community leadership to build an organization, and create programs and services that recognize the strength and importance of two cultures.
Job Information
The Cultural Lead, Child and Family Services is responsible for the delivery of culturally relevant Child and Family Services programs in the Tlicho region of the Northwest Territories (NWT). The incumbent provides consultation to staff and community members, coordinates and manages direct service delivery within the context of appropriate legislation, policies and standards. The incumbent promotes an understanding and appreciation of the Tlicho culture, language and way of life, through service delivery, community engagement, and collaboration with local Indigenous Government and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide culturally grounded leadership to support prevention, early intervention, and well-being of children, youth, and families.
- Ensure case files meet standards related to Indigenous content.
- Deliver CFS services using a trauma-informed, culturally respectful approach aligned with legislation and standards.
- Support assessments, case planning, placements, and court processes with cultural knowledge and community context.
- Collaborate with families, communities, and Indigenous partners to develop culturally appropriate supports and services.
- Provide voluntary, crisis, and family violence support, including referrals and culturally relevant interventions.
- Support foster care and adoption by promoting cultural identity, caregiver capacity, and community connections.
- Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and participate in on-call and community-based service delivery as needed.
- Contribute to a safe, respectful, and culturally safe workplace, adhering to health and safety requirements.
Key Qualifications:
- A Bachelor of Social Work Degree AND
- One (1) year of experience in the Child and Family Services environment AND
- lived experience providing support to the community and in their culture, as well as a lifestyle founded in cultural understanding and practices.
Additional Requirements:
- Class 5 Drivers License.
- Must be able to obtain a Child Protection Statutory Appointment within the first six (6) months of employment and maintain it.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Labour Market Supplement
The successful incumbent will receive a $12,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $12,000 supplement after completion of 12 months of continuous employment contingent on remaining employed in an eligible position for a further 12 months. This is a taxable benefit and will be subject to applicable deductions.
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Immunization Status
The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27887
Closing Date: June 7, 2026- 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,536.
Application Assistance
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