Angajurqarijaujunik Ikajurti (Parent and Family Guide)

The Family Guidance Service helps Inuit families understand the child and family services process, prepare for important decisions, and connect with the supports they need. Whether families are involved with the current youth protection system or future Inuit-led services, the Family Navigator helps ensure they understand the process, know their rights and responsibilities, and have the information they need to make informed decisions.

The service is built on respect, trust and collaboration, helping families face the system and participate meaningfully in decisions that affect their children.

YOUR ROLE

As a Angajurqarijaujunik Ikajurti (Parent and Family Guide), you will help families understand what is happening, prepare for meetings, explain processes in plain language, answer questions, and connect them with legal, cultural and community supports when needed.

You will work collaboratively with families, NIP staff, youth protection workers, lawyers and community partners while always keeping the well-being of children and families at the centre of your work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Build trusting relationships with children, parents and families;
Help families understand child and family services processes and decisions;
Explain families’ rights and responsibilities in clear, accessible language;
Prepare families for meetings, conferences and decision-making processes;
Support families in expressing their views and participating in decisions affecting their children;
Attend meetings with families when appropriate;
Connect families with legal, cultural and community resources;
Work collaboratively with NIP staff, youth protection workers, lawyers and community partners;
Maintain accurate and confidential records;
Participate in urgent interventions when required.

Skills and Competencies

Be a beneficiary of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement;
Strong communication skills in Inuktitut, with the ability to communicate in English and/or French;
Enjoys supporting children and families;
Has a strong knowledge of Inuit culture, language and community life;
Communicates clearly and respectfully;
Builds trusting relationships with people from all walks of life;
Remains calm in emotionally challenging situations;
Is organized, dependable and willing to learn.

Details

Northern benefits: Employees who settle in Nunavik may be eligible for various premiums, including a retention premium, a remoteness premium and a cost-of-living premium. For those hired more than 50 km from Kuujjuaq, low-cost housing is provided, along with reimbursement of moving and storage costs. In addition, annual personal trips from Kuujjuaq to the point of hire are included, as well as other benefits.