MÉTIS COMMUNITY RESOURCE WORKER

Brandon University; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manitoba Métis Federation is seeking a full-time Métis Community Resource Worker to enhance community services in The Pas, MB. The role involves outreach, client assistance, and maintaining resources. A diploma in Community Development is preferred, along with relevant experience and knowledge of Métis culture.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension

Vacation

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in social services or community development.
• Knowledge of Métis issues and socio-economic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and deliver services through community outreach.
• Assist clients with various applications and appeals.
• Maintain resources directory and assess available resources.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Skills

Education

Diploma in Community Development

Job description

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.

The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Métis Community Resource Worker position within our Red River Métis Community Resource Department located at the MMF The Pas Regional Office in The Pas, MB. The Métis Community Resource Worker’s prime objective is to enhance the services and resources within their region, through direct outreach to their community.

• Enhance and deliver services and resources within the region through direct community outreach;
• Assist clients in completing and/or initiating foster/adoption home appeals, income security appeals, guardianship orders, housing applications, and education/training applications or appeals;
• Carry out client follow-up and compile and maintain client data;
• Assist community needs and identify available resources;
• Maintain resources directory and assess available resources;
• Define and establish referral mechanisms;
• Perform detailed intake/assessment, documentation, and maintenance of files;
• Facilitate community outreach, meetings, and workshops.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Diploma in a Community Development program preferred;
• Minimum two years’ experience in the social services field or previous community development involvement;
• Knowledge of government legislations such as Child and Family Services Act, Program Standards, Employment and Income Assistance, Maintenance Act, Workers Compensation and other relevant legislation and policies;
• Strong organizational, communication and writing skills;
• Strong computer and technical skills;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team;
• Experience arranging and facilitating meetings;
• Knowledge of Métis issues and socio-economic conditions affecting Métis Citizens;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, and MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of
employment.

Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.

MMF Human Resources Department
300-150 Henry Ave
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7
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All our job postings can be found at: www.mmf.mb.ca .