Director of Care & Programs – Indigenous Community

Shawenim-Abinoojii; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitve salary

Personal leave days and paid sick time

Employer-matched Pension plan

Comprehensive health and dental

On-site parking

Paid professional development

Job summary

ShawenimAbinoojii is seeking a Director of Care to oversee the Northern, Southern and Sacred Care Programs, reporting to the Executive Director. This role leads program development, ensures licensing standards, and supports a senior management team.

The successful candidate holds an MSW or BSW with 5+ years of related experience and supervisory background; knowledge of Foster Care, Addiction and Trauma, and Indigenous perspectives; strong communication and driver’s license; willingness to work

Qualifications

• MSW or BSW degree with 5+ years of related experience.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge in Addiction and Trauma.
• Knowledge of the Child and Family Services (CFS) sector and legislation.
• Demonstrate understanding of Indigenous perspectives, First Nations culture and traditional philosophies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and create work plans.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience developing and supporting a strong, efficient and respectful team-based approach to service delivery.
• Understanding of Community living in the Southeast region.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem solving and team skills.
• Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Must have clear Criminal Record (Vulnerable Sector Check), Child and Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Prior contact Check.
• Ability to speak Anishinaabe preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, implementation and evaluation of the Care Programs and services.
• Ensure programs align with the organization's mission and strategic objectives.
• Conduct ongoing program development meeting Foster Care Licensing Standards and First Nations standards.
• Develop Foster Care Resources for Southeast First Nations communities.
• Maintain awareness of research and reports related to Foster Care Services and implement recommendations.
• Provide direction to Southern Care, Northern Care and Sacred Care Program Supervisors.
• Approve House Parent applicants for all Care Programs.
• Assess and monitor quality of service provisions and ensure efficiencies.
• Track and monitor statistics of program effectiveness for reporting.
• Monitor the financial guidelines for all Care Programs.
• Maintain communication with the Executive Director through monthly and annual reports.
• Participate in operational planning and decision-making with SAI Directors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

MSW or BSW

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Internet

Job description

ShawenimAbinoojii is seeking a Director of Care to oversee the Northern, Southern and Sacred Care Programs, reporting to the Executive Director. This role leads program development, ensures licensing standards, and supports a senior management team.

The successful candidate holds an MSW or BSW with 5+ years of related experience and supervisory background; knowledge of Foster Care, Addiction and Trauma, and Indigenous perspectives; strong communication and driver’s license; willingness to work