Jordan’s Principle Service Navigator

Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory; Wikwemikong; In loco; CAD 75.000 - 92.000; Tempo pieno

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Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services seeks Jordan’s Principle Service Navigators to oversee daily claims for members of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory and to apply for Jordan’s Principle funding. You will coordinate referrals, advocate for timely services, and empower families in decision-making.

Qualifications include a Social Work degree or related diploma with 2+ years in child welfare. Proficiency with office systems and Anishnaabemowin knowledge are assets.

Competenze

• Bachelor of Social Work or related degree with 2+ years in child welfare or social services.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills are essential.
• Knowledge of Jordan’s Principle policies and related health/child services acts.
• Proficient with standard office systems and data recording.
• Anishnaabemowin language ability is an asset.

Mansioni

• Oversee daily management and admin of claims for community members.
• Apply for Jordan’s Principle funding on behalf of children and families.
• Coordinate referrals and assessments with professionals.
• Advocate for timely and appropriate services with no delays.
• Empower families to participate in decision-making.
• Communicate eligibility and service changes with Jordan’s Principle reps.
• Advocate for needs and rights of children/youth in the community.
• Maintain accurate casenotes, case plans and progress reports.
• Ensure confidentiality and safekeeping of program documents.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Computer literacy

Anishnaabemowin language

Knowledge of Jordan’s Principle pol ic

Formazione

Bachelor of Social Work

Post-Secondary Diploma in Social Services

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Jordan’s Principle Service Navigator

Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services is seeking qualified individuals to fill the positions of Jordan’s Principle Service Navigators. Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (WUT) Child and Family Services oversees and advocates for child and family matters by following the principals and ethics of Wiikwemkoong’s Gchi Naaknigewin, Wiikwemkoong’s Children’s Bill of Rights and Wiikwemkoong Community Standards. This will ensure the services are culturally appropriate to support the community’s children and families in alignment with Anishnaabe values and practices. The Jordan’s Principle Service Navigators will report to the Jordan’s Principle Program Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible to oversee and monitor the daily management and administration of individual and group claims for members of the Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory, on and off the First Nation.
• Apply for Jordan’s Principle funding on behalf of children and families.
• Coordinate referrals and assessments with appropriate professionals.
• Advocate for timely and appropriate services without jurisdictional delays.
• Empower families to participate in decision‑making.
• Communicate with Jordan’s Principle representatives about eligibility and service changes.
• Advocate for the needs and rights of children and youth within the community ensuring their voices are heard and their well‑being is prioritized.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all interactions, casenotes, case plans and progress reports.
• Ensure confidentiality and safekeeping of all program documents and records are secured.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Social Work Degree and/or Post-Secondary Diploma in Social Services or related field with 2-years direct work experience in child welfare or social services sector.
• Knowledge of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory’s programs and services.
• Knowledge of Jordan’s Principle policies, provincial health services, and the Child and Youth Family Services Act
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advocate for children and family’s needs.
• Excellent conflict resolution and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working with various office systems and proficient computer skills.
• Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is a definite asset.

Salary: $83,851 Grade 8, Step 1

Confidential: Jordan’s Principle Service Navigators – Child and Family Services
Box 112 19A Complex Drive
Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve
Wiikwemkoong ON P0P 2J0
Email: [e-mail]