Child Well-Being Supervisor

Child Well-Being Supervisor

About Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society:

Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation has come together to create and assert Nigig Nibi Ki-win, which name came to the AOPFN Tanakìwin by way of our naming ceremony conducted in accordance with Inàkonigewin. For greater certainty, our inherent right to self-government, as affirmed by the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and s. 35 of the Canadian Constitution Act, 1982, includes jurisdiction in relation to the wellbeing of Ninìdjànisinànig, Weshkinìgidjig, and their families.

Algonquins of Pikwakanagan have cared for our Ninìdjànisinànig and Weshkinìgidjig in accordance with our customs and traditions. Ninìdjànisinànig, Weshkinìgidjig, and their families thrived because they were immersed in their language, connected to the land, and cared for by their people. Inàkonigewin has governed these lands for millennia, well before any colonial laws were brought and imposed on our people and lands. By asserting this Law through Nigig Nibi-Ki-win, we are not bringing into force a new law, but using our knowledge of Inàkonigewin to provide aid to our people in a modern context, in a way that cares for them, our ancestors, and our descendants. The only way to undo the damage that has been inflicted on our people by colonial governments is to re-assert our inherent right to care for our Ninìdjànisinànig and Weshkinìgidjig.

The Position:

Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society is recruiting for a Child Well-Being Supervisor. This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities:

• Supervises and assists with training staff engaged in the provision of services to children and families. 
• Supervises and assists with ensuring all staff adhere to procedures and policies related to program operations and delivery of services.
• Supervises and assists with training any staff in relation to proceedings commenced or services delivered by other governments concerning child protection. 
• Manage staff and work to resolve personnel issues.
• Develops programs and processes for the delivery of services.
• Available to respond to emergencies or urgent situations outside of regular working hours.
• Respond promptly when contacted during an on-call shift.
• Capable of diagnosing problems or providing initial troubleshooting assistance and physically report to a location if required.
• Maintain clear communication channels with colleagues, supervisors, and clients.
• Ensures the protection and privacy of all information and records.
• Follows program guidelines, rules, and regulations and completes all necessary forms.
• Participates in a comprehensive risk management plan for child well-being.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work; master’s degree in social work is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of direct experience working with youth and families in a social service or other related health setting.
• A minimum of one year of supervisory experience is an asset.
• Experience working with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis (FNIM) people in a community-based setting is an asset.

Knowledge:

• Indigenous knowledge, knowledge of Algonquin child and family values, traditions, and practices.
• Traditional healing practices.
• Local, regional, and provincial Indigenous and non-Indigenous services.
• Child welfare legislation, mandates, standards of practice, policies, and procedures such as the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017, Bill C-92, Jordan’s Principle, Customary Care, etc.

Abilities:

• Coordination and planning of individualized extended wrap-around care.
• Develop and structure programs and services that can be operationalized and delivered effectively and that remain grounded in the culture, tradition, and practices of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation.
• Develop and maintain professional networks for extension of care.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and various software programs.

Conditions of Employment:

• Proof of degree
• An acceptable vulnerable sector check
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Proof of a class G driver's license, clear driver's abstract and access to a dependable vehicle
• Ability to work on-call shifts and flex hours

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Pension plan
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Paid sick days, vacation and special days
• 14 provincial and federal statutory holidays
• Health spending account (dental, vision, prescriptions)

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

Nigig promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Persons who identify as indigenous will be given preference as this role serves the needs of members of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation. Provided the candidate meets the basic requirements of the position and is deemed qualified following the interview process, preference will be given to a) the qualified Indigenous person who is a member of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation; then to, b) the qualified Indigenous person; then to, c) the qualified non-Indigenous candidate.