Community Advocacy Support /Jordan's Principle Worker - Denare Beach and Sturgeon Landing

Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation; Sturgeon Landing, Denare Beach; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation is seeking a Community Advocacy Support / Jordan's Principle Worker to serve the communities of Denare Beach and Sturgeon Landing. This full-time position involves providing advocacy services to support children, youth, and families at risk, with a focus on cultural respect and legal rights. The successful candidate will receive training and support from experienced supervisors.

Qualifications

• Social Work Degree or Social Services Diploma preferred.
• Two years of direct community services experience or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation affecting children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy support services for children, youth, and families.
• Develop advocacy plans and assist with Jordan's Principle applications.
• Ensure proper documentation and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Advocacy

Knowledge of PBCN programs

Respect for Woodland Cree culture

Understanding of child welfare legislation

Education

Social Work Degree

Social Services Diploma

Minimum Grade 12 Diploma

Job description

Community Advocacy Support / Jordan's Principle Worker - Denare Beach and Sturgeon Landing

Job Advertisement (One position)

Community Advocacy Support / Jordan's Principle Worker

Denare Beach and Sturgeon Landing

Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation, "Witatoskimihtotan Mitho-Pimatisiwin - Let's Work Together For a Good Life" Community Advocacy Services is currently seeking a Community Advocacy Support / Jordan's Principle Worker (1 position) for the WMP Community Advocacy Program. This position will serve the communities of Denare Beach and Sturgeon Landing, based out of Denare Beach.

Reporting to the Community Advocacy Supervisor, the Support Worker is responsible for providing Community Advocacy Services to support children, youth, and families at risk of or involved with CFS. Community Advocacy functions as part of an interagency team supporting children, youth, and families, including local programs such as PBCN Health, Education, Social, ICFS, and other service providers.

This is a permanent full-time position. PBCN is willing to train the successful candidate, who will be supported by the Community Advocacy Supervisor and the Director of Community Advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy support services for children, youth, and families, under the supervision of the Community Advocacy Supervisor (CAS).
• Uphold and strengthen the rights of PBCN in provincial, territorial, and federal child and family services laws.
• Support children, youth, and families in exercising their rights under relevant laws.
• Promote equality and support family unity.
• Connect clients with land, language, culture, practices, and traditions of their community.
• Empower individuals to pursue holistic lifestyles.
• Support CFS-related matters, including administrative and court proceedings.
• Develop advocacy plans, identify supports, make referrals, and assist with Jordan's Principle and Post Majority Care applications.
• Ensure proper documentation, record keeping, and confidentiality of files and records.
• Build relationships with community service providers and authorities, making referrals as needed.
• Participate in community engagement, meetings, and provide reports as required.

Qualifications

• Social Work Degree, Social Services Diploma, or related field preferred; or two (2) years of direct community services experience. On-the-job training will be provided.
• Knowledge of PBCN programs, government agencies, and community services.
• Respect and understanding of Woodland Cree culture, language, and traditions.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, and policies affecting children and families.
• Minimum Grade 12 Diploma; preferred post-secondary education.
• Two (2) years of experience in social services or equivalent education/experience.

Other Requirements

• Clear Police Records Check - Vulnerable Sector.
• Clear Child Welfare Check.
• Valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver's License and clean Driver's Abstract.
• Eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers.

We are committed to providing a barrier-free environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Saskatchewan with Disabilities Act and the Saskatchewan Human Rights Code. Accommodation is available upon request during the recruitment process.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references to:

Vicky McCallum, HR Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

Application deadline: June 20, 2025, at 4:00 PM or until the position is filled

*** Only suitable applicants will be contacted for an interview ***

General Delivery, Pelican Narrows, SK, S0P 0E0