Métis Family Resource Worker

6 days ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Métis Nation of Alberta Full time

Métis Family Resource Worker

Location:
Avenue #200, Edmonton, Alberta

Position Status:
Full Time (40 hrs per week), Permanent

The Organization

The Opportunity

Key Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with internal and external professionals and be a part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to build trust and rapport with families while supporting the needs and best interests of the child/family.
  • Advocate and support the Métis child/family involved with Child and Family Services by acting as an advocate and help navigate systems such as: health, social services, education, housing, etc.
  • Work with Child and Family Services on creating cultural plans and prioritize connection to kinship, community, and culture.
  • Support foster/kinship/adoptive families caring for a Métis child by providing cultural information and connecting them to culturally appropriate resources.
  • Facilitate cultural presentations to Child and Family Services staff and community organizations.
  • Attend meetings, appointments, and events with children and families, as needed.
  • Participate and represent the MNA in community engagement and other opportunities.
  • Participate in departmental planning activities.
  • Complete additional tasks as required.

Skills and Competencies

  • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, and an ability to effectively facilitate presentations.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to be flexible and allocate time and resources effectively.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
  • Culturally sensitive and compassionate.
  • Passionate, trustworthy, and empathetic.
  • A proven track record of building collaborative, positive relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including clients, industry, service providers, and community.
  • Ability to maintain a positive, helpful attitude and be empathetic and nonjudgmental when assisting Métis Albertans.
  • Ability to provide constructive and positive feedback to others and be able to accept the same.
  • Ability to work effectively in a stressful environment and communicate and respond calmly in difficult situations.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to effectively manage a high case load.
  • Political and cultural sensitivity.
  • Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people. An indepth understanding of the MNA and Métis culture, people, and values.

Qualifications

  • Degree/Diploma in Social Services or a related field.
  • At least two (2) years' experience working in the Human Services field.
  • Working knowledge of the Child and Youth Enhancement Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and Protection of Personal Information Act.

Other Requirements

  • Position will be based in Edmonton.
  • Available to work weekends and evenings as required.
  • Some travel within Alberta is required.
  • Must have a Class 5 driver's license and an operational vehicle.
  • Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check required.
  • Child Intervention Record Check required.

What We Offer

  • An opportunity to work for the newly ratified Otipemisiwak Métis Government and be a part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada.
  • An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, history, and art.
  • Personal development & career opportunities.
  • A comprehensive benefit package and employer contributions to Pension Plan.
  • 3 weeks paid vacation after probation period.
  • The_Métis Nation of Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location:
In person

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