Income Assistance Administrator

4 weeks ago

Portage la Prairie, Canada Long Plain First Nation Full time

Under the direction and supervision of Tribal Administrator or a designate, and in accordance with standards, philosophy and goals established by Chief and Council, the incumbent is responsible for administering the entire income assistance program in accordance with established policies and procedures and for the benefit of eligible individuals and families who reside on the First Nation.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Interview individuals or families inquiring about income assistance or related services either at the office or, when necessary, at their home, to obtain information relevant to eligibility for income assistance or a related service.
- Carry out a preliminary assessment of the financial and related needs of applicants and provide them with advice, and/ or information as required.
- Determine eligibility for income assistance or a related service through verifying the information provided and obtaining supporting documentation as required from the applicant or other sources.
- Complete monthly budget and decision sheets and other documents as required to determine the amount of assistance to be granted to applicants or recipients, make changes to their monthly budget, or pay for services on their behalf.
- Identify other benefits or services that may be available to the individual or family (for example, Employment Insurance, Old Age Security), and provide information and assistance as indicated.
- Advise applicants and recipients in writing when they are not or no longer eligible for income assistance or a related service and of Council’s redress mechanism, meeting with them in person if necessary to explain the decision and the redress process.
- Assist applicants and recipients in identifying training and employment needs and goals and in accessing programs available at the federal, provincial or local level.
- Prepare monthly financial and statistical reports for review and approval by Chief and Council and/or tribal council social development advisors, attending meetings when requested or required to explain the reports.
- Maintain administrative files to store financial records relating to expenditures and reconciliations and reimbursements, and statistical records to substantiate monthly reports submitted to Indigenous Services Canada.
- Administer income assistance funds on behalf of applicants and recipients when necessary to ensure that members receive the income support, they require to meet their basic necessities.
- Other duties as assigned and/or outlined in the job description.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as psychology, sociology, education, social work or human services.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience working with and in First Nations Communities.
- Proven work experience in a similar role.
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and build effective relationships
- Sounds judgement, analytical and decision-making skills
- Must have proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of Indigenous culture, traditions and fluent in a First Nations language would be an asset.
- Ability to function effectively as a team member.
- Work flexible hours.

**Conditions of Employment**
- Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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