Community Advocacy Support /Jordan's Principle Worker - Deschambault Lake

Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation; Deschambault Lake; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation seeks a Community Advocacy Support / Jordan's Principle Worker to support children, youth, and families at risk. This permanent full-time position involves providing advocacy services, developing plans, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. Candidates should have a Social Work Degree or equivalent experience, with a strong understanding of Woodland Cree culture.

Qualifications

• Social Work Degree or related field preferred; or 2 years community services experience.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and PBCN programs.
• Respect for Woodland Cree culture and traditions.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Advocacy

Community Engagement

Cultural Respect

Education

Social Work Degree

Social Services Diploma

Grade 12 Diploma

Job description

Community Advocacy Support / Jordan's Principle Worker - Deschambault Lake

Job Advertisement (One position)

Community Advocacy Support / Jordan's Principle Worker

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 community of Deschambault Lake and will be based out of Deschambault Lake.

Reporting to the Community Advocacy Supervisor, the Support Worker is responsible for providing Community Advocacy Services to support children, youth, and families who are at risk of or involved with CFS. Community Advocacy functions as a member of interagency services supporting children, youth, and families, including local programs such as PBCN Health, Education, Social, and ICFS, along with other service providers in the communities.

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.
• Uphold and strengthen the rights of PBCN in provincial, territorial, and federal child and family services laws.
• Support children, youth, and families to exercise their rights under relevant laws.
• Promote equality, preserve family unity, and connect community members with lands, languages, cultures, and traditions.
• Engage with individuals to empower them towards holistic lifestyles.
• Support children, youth, and families in 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.
• Establish relationships with community-based service providers and authorities, make referrals, and participate in community meetings and advisory committees.
• Complete monthly reports and other administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Social Work Degree, Social Services Diploma, or related field preferred; or two (2) years of direct community services experience with on-the-job training provided.
• Knowledge of PBCN programs, government agencies, and relevant legislation (Child, Youth and Family Services Act, Education Act, Health Services Act).
• Respect and understanding of Woodland Cree culture, language, and traditions.
• Knowledge of Jordan's Principle, Post Majority Care, and the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal decisions.
• Minimum Grade 12 Diploma and two (2) years of experience in social services capacity.

Other Requirements

• Clear Police Records Check - Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Clear Child Welfare Check.
• Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver's License and a clean Driver's Abstract.
• Eligibility to be a registered member of the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers.

The Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation is 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 work-related 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