Services Coordinator, Maligaksat

Inuvialuit Regional Corporation; Inuvik; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Dental care

Life insurance

Critical illness insurance

Travel medical insurance

Sick leave

Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Defined Contribution Pension Plan (5%)

4 weeks annual vacation

Job summary

The Maligaksat - Services Coordinator at Inuvialuit Regional Corporation in Inuvik, NT, advocates for Inuvialuit children in Canada, ensuring basic needs are met, development supported, and cultural connections are maintained.

You will work with IRC health and wellness and legal staff to manage all cases of children in care, coordinate with federal and territorial governments, and support families toward personal wellness goals.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in social work, counselling or related childcare field.
• Two years of related experience in social work, wellness, or client services.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for Inuvialuit children in ISR and across Canada to meet basic needs and maintain culture.
• Support beneficiaries and families in achieving personal wellness goals.
• Collaborate with IRC health and wellness and legal staff to protect and support children in care.
• Assist with implementing Inuvialuit Maligaksat (Bill C-92) provisions.

Skills

Child welfare knowledge

Bill C-92 knowledge

Inuvialuit Qitunrariit Inuuiarnikkun

CFI & Jordan’s Principle

Inuvialuit culture knowledge

Child development

Issue identification

Group facilitation

Explain complex info simply

Prioritize work

Relationship building

Assist in challenging situations

MS Office suite

Independent work

Maintain confidentiality

Excellent verbal/written communication

Willingness to training (ASIST, MHFA)

Education

Diploma or degree in social work or related childcare field

Job description

COMPETITION: 202651

TERM: to March 31, 2027 (with possibility of extension – funding dependent)

SCHEDULE: Full-time (75 hours bi-weekly)

COMPETITION CLOSE DATE: Open until filled

ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)

Established in 1984 to manage the settlement outlined in the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA), Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) represents the collective interests of Inuvialuit. IRC’s goal is to continually improve the economic, social and cultural wellbeing of the Inuvialuit through implementation of the IFA and by all other available means. Through strong partnerships and community-driven programs, the organization supports economic growth, cultural preservation and opportunities for current and future generations.

Inuvialuit beneficiaries directly control IRC and its subsidiaries through a democratic process of elected directors from each of the six community corporations with chairs at the IRC Board, a process originally outlined in the IFA.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Inuvialuit Qitunrariit Inuuniarnikkun Maligaksat, which was named by elders to represent all dialects and means “Inuvialuit Family Way of Living Law,” and is designed to support a gradual transition over several years to full Inuvialuit control of the care of Inuvialuit children and youth. Overtime, it will see the creation of future facilities, community staffing and a new dedicated organization to be called Maligaksat, which will advocate for Inuvialuit children and youth wherever they live and serve to fill the gaps in existing services.

JOB SUMMARY

The Maligaksat - Services Coordinator is responsible for advocating on behalf of Inuvialuit children, both in the ISR and across Canada, particularly those involved in child welfare systems, to ensure that their basic needs are met, their development is supported, and they can maintain as strong a connection as possible with their culture, community, and family. Services Coordinator also supports beneficiaries and families in achieving their personal wellness goals.

The successful candidate will work with IRC’s Health and Wellness and legal staff to ensure Inuvialuit children are protected and supported. The Service Coordinator is responsible for managing all cases of children in care, working with the respective governments to ensure effective support for Inuvialuit children, youth, and families. The Service Coordinator will also assist with implementation of Inuvialuit Qitunrariit Inuuiarnikkun Maligaksat, supported by the Federal Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Children, Youth, and Families (Bill C-92).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or degree in either social work, counselling or another related field specific to childcare.
• Two years of related experience, ideally in the field of social work, wellness, or client service.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of child welfare systems;
• Knowledge of Bill C-92;
• Knowledge of Inuvialuit Qitunrariit Inuuiarnikkun Maligaksat
• Knowledge of Child First Initiative (CFI) and Jordan’s Principle;
• Knowledge of Inuvialuit culture, especially around childcare and custom adoption;
• Knowledge of child development;
• Ability to identify issues and make recommendations;
• Ability to lead group discussions on sensitive issues;
• Ability to explain complex information simply;
• Ability to prioritize work effectively;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients (i.e. children, families, outside organizations, NTHSSA, IRC, community, etc.);
• Ability to respond constructively and support others in challenging situations;

• Ability to operate office equipment, computers and software programs, including the MS Office suite;
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision;
• Ability to maintain confidential information.

• Effective verbal and written communications;
• Willingness to take on training opportunities as required (e.g., ASIST, MHFA, etc.).

• Class 5 Drivers License;
• Willingness to travel by air or road, including in small aircraft;

We are committed to supporting Inuvialuit beneficiaries. Priority consideration will be given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA). Please let us know if you are a beneficiary under the IFA.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
• This role is based in our Inuvik office. We offer relocation support for the selected candidates.
• An eligibility list may be established for hiring for similar positions based on performance in this competition.
• Casual or term positions may be considered for future conversion to indeterminate status.
• Applicants who do not meet all qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment at a lower level with a development plan.
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] to let us know how we can assist you.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary: We recognize and reward talent with a competitive salary structure.
• Professional Development: We invest in your growth through ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Competitive Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package, which includes extended health care; dental care; life, critical illness, and accident insurance; travel medical insurance; sick leave; and long-term disability.
• Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.
• Retirement Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a Defined Contribution Pension Plan where IRC matches contributions of up to 5% of annual salary.
• Vacationbenefits: We provide eligible employees with 4 weeks of annual vacation time to start.

For more information about our organization, go to https://irc.inuvialuit.com/jobs

Human Resources
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
E-mail: [e-mail] | Telephone: [phone] | Web: irc.inuvialuit.com