Family Resource Worker

Title: Family Resource Worker (2 positions)
Department: Family Services 
Community: Iqaluit   
Requisition Number: 415
Type of Employment: Indeterminate
Salary range: $93,841 to $106,528 per year, 37.5 hours/week
Northern Allowance: $16,008 per year
Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is Available
Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union
Closing date: January 2, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment opportunity is restricted to all Nunavut Inuit.

Reporting to the Supervisor Family Wellness, the Family Resource Worker the Family Resource Worker (FRW) will work as a support to the Family Services office in close concert with the Community Social Worker and other community resources to coordinate prevention programs for families, children, youth, elders and the community as a whole. Much of the work done by the incumbent will be completed within isolated communities with limited supports. The ability to work with and support other disciplines in promoting the overall health of both the family and community will be a vital part of the incumbent's role as a community social services worker.

The Family Resources Worker's key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Plan, develop, and implement family wellness activities rooted in Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) Principles and cultural practices
• Facilitate culturally relevant programs, including land-based activities, elder mentorship, and traditional parenting workshops
• Act as a bridge between traditional Inuit knowledge and contemporary service delivery
• Provide early intervention and preventative support to families facing challenges, working to reduce involvement with crisis-driven services
• Advocate for accessible, community-led services that align with the values and realities of Inuit families
• Work closely with regional and territorial Family Wellness teams to share best practices and program innovations

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through grade twelve (12), along with two (2) years of related experience. A Human Services Diploma or Social Services Worker Diploma or related certificate is an asset. 

The successful incumbent must be able to complete the Applied Suicide Intervention Training (ASSIST) training within six months from date of hiring. Inuktut language requirement may vary by region. This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in one or more of Nunavut's official languages is an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land,Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.