Indian Day School Advocate (2 positions) - EUTC - Competition 2026-090

Manitoba Chiefs; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is seeking an Indian Day School Advocate to support First Nations families with services and referrals, coordinating with federal and provincial contacts. The role emphasizes sensitive communication, privacy, and teamwork to deliver resources and referrals for children, youth, and families.

Required is a social work-related degree, knowledge of PHIA, and experience with First Nations communities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Knowledge of PHIA and privacy practices.
• Experience working with First Nations communities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and a reliable vehicle.
• Current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Clear Child Abuse Checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist First Nation families with services and referrals.
• Coordinate resolution processes with federal/provincial contacts and local First Nations resources.
• Explain health interventions and learning plans to clients and families.
• Involve families in developing care and support plans.
• Refer clients to community organizations as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage case files per PHIA.
• Collaborate with EUTC Director of Service Delivery and provide reports as required.

Skills

Social Work knowledge

PHIA knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Criminal record checks

Client-centered case management

Education

Post-secondary degree in Social Work or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Indian Day School Advocate - EUTC- Competition 2026-090

Full-Time Term

(2) Positions Available

Closing: September 25, 2026

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Eagle Urban Transition Centre’s Director of Service Delivery, the Indian
Day School Advocate must have wide range of knowledge and experience of the Indian Day
School and working in, and with, the First Nations children, youth and families. The Indian Day
School Advocate must be able to work both independently and within a team environment to
support in providing resources and referrals on behalf of First Nations

Key Responsibilities

• Support First Nation families and/or special needs children/adults requiring multiple services
  and resources through discussions with key contacts of the provincial and federal
  government departments and agencies, together with local and regional First Nations and
  other resources.
• Support and assist clients and families in establishing a process for resolution of concerns
  and referral to key contacts (federal, provincial) or external as appropriate.
• Communicates to the clients/families the rationale for health care specific interventions,
  plans and learning needs and how they will be met.
• Involves the clients families in developing the care and support plan.
• Communicates to the clients/families, as necessary, referral information that will be given to
  appropriate community organizations.
• Collaborates with and make referrals to appropriate service providers and or programs for
  resolution of issues of concern.
• Maintain confidentiality according to PHIA standards.
• Maintain confidentiality in preparing, opening and closing, a case file for clients.
• Consult, collaborate, and provide reports and data to EUTC’s Director of Service Delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Post-Secondary degree in Social Work or equivalent training/certification.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience working in the child welfare system,
  working with First Nation individuals with complex medical conditions, disabilities and may
  be considered.
• Should be knowledgeable in the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) structure and
  adhere to the policies.
• Excellent verbal, listening, written and inter-personal communication skills.
• Ability to work closely with health care executives and professionals, senior levels of
  government and community members.
• Experience working effectively with First Nation individuals, communities, and traditional
  knowledge systems as well as understanding First Nation health issues.
• Knowledge and familiarity of the programs and resources available to First Nations citizens
  and communities, on and off Reserve, including special needs and disability services.
• Knowledge and respect of the culture, traditions, attitudes, and conditions of the First Nation
  families, children and the communities.
• Experience in using Client Centered Case Management as a service delivery tool.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, compassionate and effective work relationships
  with co-workers, clients, and external agencies.
• Demonstrates problem solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.Knowledge of First Nations culture and fluent in a First Nations language would be an asset.
• Ability to function effectively as a team member.
• Adhere to AMC policies, and procedures with specific attention to attendance, and
  professional ethics.
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
• Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Clear Child Abuse Checks.

Human Resources

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3

https://manitobachiefs.com/about/job-opportunities/

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.

Preference will be given to First Nations people. If successful, applicants will be asked to provide verification of citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or government-issued documentation or affirmation from Inuit, Métis, or non-status Indigenous community with which they identify. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.