Full Time Community Support Worker Full Time 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: Gender Based Violence Community Support worker
Posting Date September 28, 2026
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-Time determinant to July 31, 2029
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
Identify and report on concerns and issues related to client engagement to Manager of Family Well-Being.
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 positive relationships with children/youth and parents at Inuuqatigiit Centre
Provide emotional support and encouragement to parents
Assume leadership role for all aspects of parental engagement and support activities and services including emergency situations
Communicate with clients on a regular basis i.e. letters, field trips, health bulletins, etc.
Foster strong community engagement in FWB programs, e.g. 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.
Post-secondary education in related field an asset
Supporting individuals who have experienced GBV and/or involvement with child protection agencies
working with Inuit communities, and
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;
Ontario Driver's License required and access to a reliable vehicle is an asset; Inuuqatigiit Centre is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of our Inuit community in Ottawa.
Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
Job descriptions may be obtained by email or on the website. Note that accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.