BAND REPRESENTATIVE

M’Chigeeng First Nation; M’Chigeeng; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Band Representative to advocate for the rights and welfare of children within the community. This role involves representing the interests of band membership children in court, ensuring their heritage and cultural identity are preserved. The ideal candidate will possess strong advocacy skills, a deep understanding of child welfare laws, and the ability to work effectively in crisis situations. Join a passionate team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children and families in the M’Chigeeng First Nation community.

Qualifications

• Experience in child protection and advocacy is essential.
• Knowledge of Child & Family Services Act is required.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for children at child protection hearings.
• Process intakes, assessments, and develop care plans.
• Respond to family crises and ensure child safety.

Skills

Advocacy

Crisis Intervention

Client Assessment

Confidentiality

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

BSW or College Diploma in Social Work

College Diploma in Human Resources

Post-Secondary Diploma in relevant field

Job description

Reporting Relationship
The Band Representative will report to the Family Resources Supervisor.

Position Summary
The Band Representative will represent MFN band membership children regardless of location, before the courts. The Band Representative will ensure the heritage, cultural traditions, identity and rights of M’Chigeeng First Nation children are protected and preserved by all parties involved in child welfare matters.

Essential Functions

1. Adhere to all MFN Protocols & By laws.
2. Act as an advocate at all child protection hearings and to lobby for prevention and intervention solutions directly affecting band membership children.
3. Process intakes and assessments, obtains informed consent, collects client family background/case history, and develops a plan of care.
4. Works with clients and appropriate workers to assess situations, identify issues and develop safety plans.
5. Practices strict confidentiality, privacy, ethical and non-bias approaches.
6. Assists to seek appropriate extended family placements and develop alternative safety plans in consideration of the child’s needs and prevention of removal from community.
7. Respond and intervene in family crisis situations where children require immediate attention and prevention of child abuse and neglect.
8. Submits statistical reports to C&C pursuant to By-Law Care of Children of the Members MFN # 01/01.
9. Accompany CAS workers with daily visits/investigations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Preferred:

1. BSW and/or College Diploma in Social Work.
2. In good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Minimum:

1. College Diploma in Human Resources or relevant program of study or Post-Secondary Diploma program in relevant field of study or 3-5 years related work experience in a First Nation community.
2. Knowledge and clear understanding of the Child & Family Services Act.
3. CRC/VSS Rationale: M’Chigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust in services to band member children and/or vulnerable adults, so a safe and secure working environment is mandatory. Applicants must provide a clear VSS Certificate and the CRC must have a record clear and/or dated of any convictions relating to sexual interference, sexual assault or related charges. The VSS must be current (30 days) and must be an original.

Interested applicants must submit COVER LETTER, RESUME, THREE (3) CURRENT REFERENCES (2 Work-Related references from a direct supervisor/manager and 1-character reference that will be contacted upon a successful interview) and education certifications to:

Band Representative
[e-mail]
c/o Human Resources
P.O. Box 333 M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0 (Fax [phone])

LATE OR INCOMPLETE applications will not be considered. Preference will be given to Anishinabek people.

For Job Description, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]
Job Category: Health Services
Postal Code: P0P 1G0
Job Location: M’Chigeeng First Nation
Salary: Full Time Regular