Student & Family Support Worker

ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)

Established in 1984 to manage the settlement outlined in the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA), Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) represents the collective interests of Inuvialuit. IRC’s goal is to continually improve the economic, social and cultural wellbeing of the Inuvialuit through implementation of the IFA and by all other available means. Through strong partnerships and community‑driven programs, the organization supports economic growth, cultural preservation and opportunities for current and future generations.

Inuvialuit beneficiaries directly control IRC and its subsidiaries through a democratic process of elected directors from each of the six community corporations with chairs at the IRC Board, a process originally outlined in the IFA.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Senior Manager of Wellness Programs, the successful candidate will be a bridge from the community/family to the school to ensure student successes and improve attendance issues. In addition, the Student & Family Support Worker will work with various partners and provide direction to resources and supports for education, wellness, career and employment related services to students and residents of their community.

TERM 

August 2026 to March 31, 2030 (with possibility of extension – funding dependant)

SCHEDULE

Full-time (75 hours bi-weekly)

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be/have:

• Diploma in either social work, education or another related field.
• Two years of related experience, ideally in the field of education, career development, wellness or client service.
• Experience working in the North.

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter by pressing the Apply for This Job button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.

We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed and the interview process may begin prior to the closing date.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA); please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Competitive Salary: We recognize and reward talent with a competitive salary structure.
• Professional Development: We invest in your growth through ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Competitive Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package, which includes extended health care; dental care; life, critical illness, and accident insurance; travel medical insurance; sick leave; and long-term disability.
• Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.
• Retirement Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a Defined Contribution Pension Plan where IRC matches contributions of up to 5% of annual salary.
• Vacation benefits:  We provide eligible employees with 4 weeks of annual vacation time to start.

For more information about our organization, go to https://irc.inuvialuit.com/jobs

COMPETITION: 202647

COMPETITION CLOSE DATE: August 6, 2026

FIRST RESUME REVIEW DATE: Friday, August 7, 2026 at 12:00pm (MT)

Human Resources
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
E-mail: hr@inuvialuit.com | Telephone: 867-777-7090 | Web: irc.inuvialuit.com

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