Anishinaabe Foster Care Resource Worker

Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services; Wikwemikong; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services on Manitoulin Island seeks a Foster Care Resource Worker to deliver its Foster Care Program within the service area, guided by First Nation traditions and funding terms.

Reporting to the Service Supervisor, the role ensures the program aligns with unity, traditions, values and customs while meeting CYFSA and related standards. candidates with Anishinaabe knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor of Social Work degree.
• Minimum Social Services Diploma or Native Child and Family Worker Diploma.
• Minimum 2 years direct experience in child welfare.
• Experience with Anishinabek/Anishinaabe communities preferred.
• Anishinaabe ancestry preferred with understanding of Anishinaabe worldview.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Foster Care Program in accordance with First Nation traditions and funding agreements.
• Report to Service Supervisor and ensure program aligns with unity, traditions, values, beliefs, and customs.
• Ensure compliance with funding agreements and standards.

Skills

Anishinaabe community engagement

Social Work practices integration

Cultural congruence participation

Anishinaabe culture knowledge

CYFSA and relevant legislation

Anishinaabemowin (asset)

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Social Services Diploma

Native Child and Family Worker Diploma

Job description

Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services on Manitoulin Island seeks a Foster Care Resource Worker to deliver its Foster Care Program within the service area, guided by First Nation traditions and funding terms.

Reporting to the Service Supervisor, the role ensures the program aligns with unity, traditions, values and customs while meeting CYFSA and related standards. candidates with Anishinaabe knowledge preferred.