BAND REPRESENTATIVE

Collège Boréal; M’Chigeeng; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Collège Boréal seeks a Band Representative in M’Chigeeng to advocate for First Nation children in child welfare matters. Responsibilities include representing the band in court, developing plans of care, and intervening in family crises. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree or diploma and have experience in First Nation communities, ensuring the protection of cultural traditions and child welfare.

Qualifications

• In good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers.
• 3-5 years related experience in a First Nation community.
• Current CRC/VSS Clearance mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Advocate at child protection hearings and develop care plans.
• Assess situations with clients and develop safety plans.
• Respond to family crises to prevent child abuse and neglect.

Skills

Advocacy

Crisis Intervention

Confidentiality

Knowledge of Child Services Act

Education

BSW and/or College Diploma in Social Work

College Diploma in Human Resources or relevant program

Post-Secondary Diploma in a relevant field

Job description

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

• Adhere to all MFN Protocols & By-laws.
• Act as an advocate at all child protection hearings and lobby for prevention and intervention solutions directly affecting band membership children.
• Process intakes and assessments, obtain informed consent, collect client family background/case history, and develop a plan of care.
• Work with clients and appropriate workers to assess situations, identify issues, and develop safety plans.
• Practice strict confidentiality, privacy, ethical, and non-bias approaches.
• Assist in seeking appropriate extended family placements and developing alternative safety plans considering the child's needs and prevention of removal from the community.
• Respond to and intervene in family crisis situations where children require immediate attention to prevent child abuse and neglect.
• Submit statistical reports to C&C pursuant to By-Law Care of Children of the Members MFN # 01/01.
• Accompany CAS workers during daily visits and investigations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Preferred:

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

Minimum:

• College Diploma in Human Resources or relevant program, or Post-Secondary Diploma in a relevant field, or 3-5 years related work experience in a First Nation community.
• Knowledge and clear understanding of the Child & Family Services Act.
• CRC/VSS Clearance: M’Chigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust; therefore, a clear VSS Certificate and a record clear and/or dated of any convictions relating to sexual interference, sexual assault, or related charges are mandatory. The VSS must be current (within 30 days) and original.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, three current references (two work-related from a supervisor/manager and one character reference to 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 the full Job Description, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Job Category: Health Services