Aunties Support - FNFAO - Competition 2026-85

Manitoba Chiefs; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Manitoba Chiefs in Winnipeg invites applications for an Auntie position within the Reunification Homes. Under the Director of Children and Families, you will work directly with First Nations families to provide culturally appropriate support 24/7, aiming to promote healthy families who can care for their children, families, and Nations.

You will assist with living skills, therapeutic activities, and personal care; empower families as positive role models; build social supports; provide respite

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare system, justice and health services.
• Ability to speak a First Nations language is an asset.
• Excellent verbal, written and inter-personal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software: Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Criminal record and child abuse registry checks required.
• Valid Class 5F Driver’s License and vehicle; ability to travel upon request.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with living skills, therapeutic activities and personal care.
• Empower families to be positive role models for their families.
• Provide support to families to help build their personal and social support systems.
• Provide respite to families caregivers the opportunity to attend programming, rest, and recharge.
• Ability to build and maintain long lasting, respectful relationships with community.
• Support the planning of families.
• Ensure clear communication with families and staff within the office.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Competition # 2026-085

Category: Full Time - Term

Closing: Open Until Filled

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Director of Children and Families, the Auntie will work directly with First Nations families in the Reunification Homes. The Auntie will provide culturally appropriate support to families 24/7. The goal is to ensure that we have healthy families to care for their children, families, and Nations.

KEY ACTIVITIES:

• Provide assistance with living skills, therapeutic activities and personal care;
• Empower families to be positive role models for their families;
• Provide support to families to help build their personal and social support systems;
• Provide respite to families caregivers the opportunity to attend programming, rest, and recharge;
• Ability to build and maintain long lasting, respectful relationships with community
• Support the planning of families;
• Ensure clear communication with families and staff within the office;
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 is required;
• Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare system, justice and health services;
• Ability to speak a First Nations language is a strong asset;
• Excellent verbal, written and inter-personal communication skills;
• Ability to use Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel and Outlook;
• Be able to follow office procedures and practices;
• Knowledge of First Nations people and Nations;
• Able to work flexible hours;
• Applicants to provide criminal record and child abuse registry checks; and
• Possess a valid Class 5F Driver’s License and vehicle, ability to work flexible hours, and travel upon request.

Preference will be given to First Nations people. If successful, applicants will be asked to provide verification of citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or government-issued documentation or affirmation from Inuit, Métis, or non-status Indigenous community with which they identify. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

Please visit our website at www.manitobachiefs.com