Indigenous Child Welfare Advocate

1 week ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Anishinabek Employment & Training Services Full time
Job Overview

M Michipicoten First Nation (MFN) is a thriving Anishinaabe community situated on the pristine shores of Lake Superior, near Wawa Ontario. With a strong sense of community and cultural identity, MFN strives to maintain harmony and balance with Mother Earth, neighbouring First Nations, and surrounding communities.

The MFN is seeking a permanent, full-time First Nation Band Representative to work from our Wawa office. This role is pivotal in serving the children and families of MFN and the incumbent will be a highly motivated individual with exceptional advocacy skills, possessing critical knowledge of provincial and federal child welfare legislation. This position will act on behalf of MFN as a party under the CYFSA, to advocate for the best interests of children affiliated with MFN and involved with Child Welfare, both on and off reserve.

Key Responsibilities
  • Represent MFN's interests in Child Protection Proceedings or Hearings and with Child Agency Matters
  • Maintain strong knowledge of the Child, Youth & Family Services Act, and the Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit, and Metis children, youth and families, the policies, and procedures of the child welfare system and alternative options to apprehensions
  • Provide support to MFN citizens and affiliated families involved in Child Welfare
  • Specific administration duties related to case management

Requirements
  • Minimum post-secondary diploma in Social Work, Social Science, or related field
  • Successful completion of the First Nation Child Welfare Advocate (FNCWA) Certificate Program asset.
  • Minimum three (3) years working experience with a First Nation community in the social services field
  • Direct Experience working with Indigenous families
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of provincial and federal child welfare legislation with ability to interpret legislation, regulations, and legal documents.
  • Knowledge of court proceedings involving child welfare and protection matters
  • Knowledge of Case Management techniques
  • Strong knowledge of Anishinaabe culture and history with respect for values, teachings, culture, and traditions is of critical importance
  • High level of integrity, work ethic and ability to exercise discretion in highly confidential subject matters
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, necessary to be effective in negotiation, advocacy, facilitation, collection, and dissemination of information.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends and travel at minimal notice
  • Valid Driver's License and reliable personal vehicle
  • Satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen (if position offered)


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