First Nation Child Welfare Advocate

Wiikwemkoong; Northeastern Ontario; Vor Ort; CAD 75.000 - 92.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory invites applications for four First Nation Representatives. The role focuses on culturally grounded, child-centered services, investigations, risk assessment, and support for reunification under provincial legislation.

Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in social work, four years’ experience with children and families, strong communication skills, and the ability to work evenings or weekends.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.
• Minimum four years’ social services experience with children and families.
• Trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices knowledge.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Aufgaben

• Represent the First Nation’s interests in child welfare, focusing on culturally grounded services.
• Conduct child protection investigations, assess risk and safety, support reunification.
• Coordinate services to meet physical, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Maintain records, prepare documentation, and participate in case reviews and conferences.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and ethical practice.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Cultural sensitivity

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Tools

Caseworks

Jobbeschreibung

Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory invites applications for four First Nation Representatives. The role focuses on culturally grounded, child-centered services, investigations, risk assessment, and support for reunification under provincial legislation.

Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in social work, four years’ experience with children and families, strong communication skills, and the ability to work evenings or weekends.