Family Reunification Advocate Competition 2023-042

1 month ago


Winnipeg, Canada Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Full time

**Family Reunification Advocate - Competition 2023-042**

**Full-Time Permanent**

**Closing Date: May 3, 2023**

**Position Summary**

Under the direction of the First Nations Family Advocate Office, the Family Reunification Advocate will work with First Nations fathers to provide advocacy support to help navigate the Child and Family Services (CFS) system. The Family Reunification Advocate will work with fathers to develop a Brave Path that will empower parents/caregivers to identify short and long-term goals to work toward bringing their children home.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Attend a weekly case conference to receive client files.
- Complete the intake process for all assigned client files.
- Remind new clients of the Terms of Service Agreement.
- Establish an effective working relationship with collaterals and parents/caregivers to support the reunification process.
- Work with fathers to evaluate case plans and determine priorities to bring their children home.
- Advocate for meaningful contact between parents/caregivers and children to improve the relationship and strengthen the family bond.
- Liaise between CFS Agencies and clients to develop a plan to work toward family reunification.
- Connect fathers to internal and external resources to build on parenting skills and help parents/caregivers to overcome any issues that may be preventing family reunification.
- Facilitate ongoing assessments to ensure that families are on track throughout the reunification process.
- Work closely with the Advocacy Coordinator to address any challenges as it relates to client files.
- Maintain up-to-date records of client files in the FNFAO Database to ensure proper statistical tracking.
- Facilitate orientation presentations and assist with the intake process within First Nations.
- Adhere to office policies and procedures, and confidentiality.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**

**Education & Experience**
- Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Arts Diploma or Degree. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the Manitoba Child and Family Services system.
- Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare system and health services.
- Strong knowledge of the Child and Family Services system, policies, laws and regulations, standards and recent legal and regulatory developments.
- Experience working with and in First Nations.
- Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare, justice, education and healthcare systems.
- Excellent verbal, written, inter-personal communication skills.
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Knowledge of management, organizational and planning principles.
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Able to work flexible hours and travel upon request.
- Must have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License, and a reliable vehicle.
- Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Clear Adult and Child Abuse Checks.

**Human Resources**

**Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs**

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



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