Family Service Worker- Protection
- Fort Qu'appelle, SK, Canada
Full-time
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Family Service Worker – Protection
Full-Time | Permanent
Location: QBOW Protection Office – Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan
Application Deadline: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Help Strengthen Families. Build Community. Make a Difference.
QBOW Child & Family Services is seeking a Family Service Worker to support children, youth,
and families through culturally grounded, family-centred services that strengthen child safety,
family wellbeing, and successful reunification.
Working alongside families, community members, Elders, and multidisciplinary teams, you’ll help
strengthen protective factors, support healthy family relationships, assess family needs, and
connect families with services that promote long-term stability and positive outcomes.
About QBOW
QBOW Child & Family Services proudly serves Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation, Muscowpetung
Saulteaux Nation, Beardy’s & Okemasis Cree Nation, Wahpeton Dakota Nation, and Wood
Mountain Lakota Nation.
Our work is rooted in culture, prevention, family preservation, and reunification.
What You’ll Be Doing
Submit your resume and cover letter by Thursday, November 12, 2026 to:
Attention: Human Resources Officer
ngladue@qbow.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
Pursuant to Subsection 16(10) of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, preference may be
given to qualified Indigenous applicants.
Family Service Worker – Protection
Full-Time | Permanent
Location: QBOW Protection Office – Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan
Application Deadline: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Help Strengthen Families. Build Community. Make a Difference.
QBOW Child & Family Services is seeking a Family Service Worker to support children, youth,
and families through culturally grounded, family-centred services that strengthen child safety,
family wellbeing, and successful reunification.
Working alongside families, community members, Elders, and multidisciplinary teams, you’ll help
strengthen protective factors, support healthy family relationships, assess family needs, and
connect families with services that promote long-term stability and positive outcomes.
About QBOW
QBOW Child & Family Services proudly serves Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation, Muscowpetung
Saulteaux Nation, Beardy’s & Okemasis Cree Nation, Wahpeton Dakota Nation, and Wood
Mountain Lakota Nation.
Our work is rooted in culture, prevention, family preservation, and reunification.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Provide family services and supports to children, youth, and families
- Complete family assessments, case planning, and ongoing case management
- Respond to concerns regarding child safety and family wellbeing in accordance with
- Work collaboratively with families to identify strengths, reduce risk factors, and support
- Coordinate referrals and collaborate with community agencies, schools, health
- Prepare accurate documentation, reports, court documentation, and case notes
- Participate in family group conferencing, case conferences, and multidisciplinary
- Build positive relationships with community leadership, service providers, and families
- Bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Social Work, Social Work, or a related human services
- Knowledge of Saskatchewan child and family services legislation and family-centred
- Experience working with Indigenous children, youth, and families
- Understanding of trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and strengths-based practice
- Strong assessment, communication, organization, and case management skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
- Must sign an Oath of Confidentiality
- Meaningful work that strengthens Indigenous families and communities
- Community-driven, prevention-focused programming
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunities to work alongside Elders and cultural knowledge keepers
- Competitive salary
- Employer-paid benefits
- Pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
Submit your resume and cover letter by Thursday, November 12, 2026 to:
Attention: Human Resources Officer
ngladue@qbow.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
Pursuant to Subsection 16(10) of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, preference may be
given to qualified Indigenous applicants.
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Responsibilities
Provide family-centred services to children, youth, and families, including assessments, case planning, case management, child-safety responses, and support for reunification. Coordinate referrals and collaborate with families, community partners, Elders, and multidisciplinary teams, while maintaining case records and preparing reports and court documentation.
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Social Work, Social Work, or a related human services field is required, along with knowledge of Saskatchewan child and family services legislation and experience working with Indigenous children, youth, and families. Applicants need strong assessment, communication, organization, and case-management skills, a valid Class 5 driver’s licence, a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check, and the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Skills
- Family Assessment
- Case Planning
- Case Management
- Child Safety
- Family-Centred Practice
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Culturally Responsive Practice
- Strengths-Based Practice
- Reunification Support
- Risk Assessment
- Communication
- Organization
- Collaboration
- Documentation
- Microsoft Office
- Electronic Documentation Systems
Benefits
- Employer-Paid Benefits
- Pension Plan
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Supportive Team Environment
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact email
ngladue@qbow.ca
Categories
- Social Services
Keywords
- Indigenous Social Work
- Social Work
- Child and Family Services
- Family Services
- Child Safety
- Family Wellbeing
- Family Assessment
- Case Planning
- Case Management
- Saskatchewan Child and Family Services Legislation
- Family-Centred Practice
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Culturally Responsive Practice
- Strengths-Based Practice
- Family Preservation
- Reunification
- Risk Factors
- Family Group Conferencing
- Case Conferences
- Multidisciplinary Planning
- Community Referrals
- Court Documentation
- Case Notes
- Microsoft Office
- Electronic Documentation Systems
- Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Oath of Confidentiality