Family Group Conference Mentor

Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Winnipeg seeks a full-time position to help families of children and youth rediscover their decision-making power and strengthen their family support networks. The role requires effective communication, knowledge of child welfare legislation, and the ability to promote culturally sensitive care. Candidates should possess relevant education or experience and must hold a valid driver’s license. Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Services or acceptable equivalent/related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Query & Child Abuse Registry Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide programming and support based on family needs.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with families and organizations.
• Promote culturally sensitive care aligned with Indigenous values.

Skills

Culturally sensitive care

Effective communication

Flexibility in schedule

Relationship building

Knowledge of Child Welfare Legislation

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Services or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Overview

POSTING # 25-09-16 • POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME (Mon – Fri, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

Background: The incumbent will be responsible to provide families of children and youth the greatest opportunity to rediscover their power to make family decisions and reconcile to the strengths of the family within an Indigenous framework. This framework includes gathering the people in their support network, provide programming and support in accordance with the family’s needs and reflective of Ma Mama Wi Chi Itata Centre’s philosophy.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in the area of Human Services or acceptable equivalent/related experience.
• Working knowledge of the Child Welfare Legislation and Standards.
• Thorough understanding of the Family Group Conference model.
• Understanding of and ability to promote culturally sensitive care for children.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with families, young parents, and team members.
• Ability to work independently and to set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to be flexible, meaning working some evenings and weekends when necessary. Sometimes families require immediate FGC mentor intervention, and this doesn’t always happen during work hours.
• Ability to implement program policies and protocols.
• Ability to plan and implement an effective conference with all youth and their supports.
• Understands the challenges youth face generally and as adolescent parents.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in written form, including effectively using computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Understanding of and ability to promote culturally sensitive care for children in keeping with Indigenous values and community issues.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous mandated and non-mandated organizations.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Must provide current (within last three months) Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Query & Child Abuse Registry Check and be subject to Prior Contact Check.

Please send a cover letter and a resume to [e-mail].

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