Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Band Manager, the Community Band Representative will advocate/represent for/with Matachewan First Nation members that are involved with child Welfare agencies.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with First Nation people.
- Fully understand Customary Care Agreements.
- Social Work Diploma or related.
- Fully understand the Child/Family Services Act (CFSA).
- Must have knowledge of provincial Child welfare regulations.
- Knowledge of Matachewan First Nation and its' practices.
- Knowledge of the history of Child Welfare as it pertains to Aboriginal Communities.
- Strong verbal and written skills.
- Experience developing detailed plans and critical path timelines as well as managing deadlines and completing priorities.
- Must have analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Must have valid G drivers license and clean driving abstract.
- Must be willing to travel as required.
- Must have the ability to develop Plans of Care with form 33 applications in the court system.
- Must have the ability to coordinate time management to work with numerous families.
- Must have the ability to provide documentation to Chief/Council when requested.
- Will be subject to undergo drug and/or alcohol test prior to being hired and pass that test.
- CPIC required.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provide support services to MFN members that are involved or may become involved with Child/Family Services.
- Establish/develop an active working relationship with Child/Family Services agencies.
- Respond to all Child Welfare Agencies when notified of any members being involved with their agency.
- Ensure that Customary Care is practiced with all Band Members before court is considered.
- Participate in all Service Plans, Plans of Care or Service development for MFN Band Members.
- Develop BCR's as needed.
- Review CCA's prior to seeking Chief/Council approval BCR.
- Present/report Chief/Council when requested.
- Practice confidentiality to its' fullest.
- Perform other duties as assigned or as required.
If you are interested in this challenging position submit your resume and 3 references from previous employers to:
Email: bandmanager@mfnrez.ca
Mail: P.O Box 160 Matachewan, ON. P0K 1M0
Please Note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Aboriginal Applicants will take priority.