First Nations Representative – La Ronge, SK

4 weeks ago


La Ronge, Canada Lac La Ronge Indian Band Full time

**Job Summary**

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to fill the role of First Nations Representative. This position will be responsible for engaging with child and family services providers and participating in child and family service matters as set out in provincial, territorial and federal child and family services laws.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the Child and Youth Family Services Act and proceedings involving First Nation children. They will also have experience working with children, youth, and families, as well as knowledge of case management techniques and the ability to interpret legislation and legal documents.

**Key Responsibilities**

  • Serving as the main contact between a First Nation and child and family services providers
  • Exercising the rights and responsibilities of the First Nation under provincial, territorial and federal child and family services laws
  • Ensuring that child and family services providers address the real needs of First Nations children, youth, and families
  • Building and maintaining meaningful cultural, family, and community connections for First Nations children, youth, and families involved with the child and family services system
  • Facilitating the repatriation and/or reunification of children and youth in care with their family and First Nation(s)
  • Supporting First Nations children, youth and families involved or at risk of involvement with the child and family services system outside of their home communities
  • Supporting First Nations youth and young adults with post-majority support services
  • Participating in child and family services administrative and court proceedings
  • Accessing legal resources to represent the First Nation's interests in child and family services administrative and court proceedings
  • Receiving and responding to notices under provincial, territorial and federal child and family services laws
  • Helping families access prevention supports
  • Supporting customary care, kinship care and alternative care arrangements
  • Providing or arranging for alternative dispute resolution (e.g., circle processes and Indigenous approaches)
  • Monitoring agreements with child and family services providers pertaining to individual children, youth, and families
  • Participating in the development and monitoring of service plans with child and family services providers

**Requirements**

  • Post-Secondary in Social Work/Law Clerk/Child and Youth Worker or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years of Social Services experience; direct experience with First Nations considered an asset
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Child and Youth Family Services Act and proceedings involving the First Nation's children
  • Strong computer skills with experience using word processing software and database software
  • Understanding of Customary Care, considered an asset
  • Experience within Family Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution considered an asset
  • Experience working with children, youth, and families, considered an asset
  • Must be willing to work flexible hours and travel with minimal notice
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a reliable vehicle
  • Must provide a Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Respect for Indigenous culture
  • Able to interpret legislation and legal documents
  • Knowledge of case management techniques
  • Knowledge and experience working within a multi-disciplinary team approach
  • Strong written, verbal communication and time management skills

**How to Apply**

Submit cover letter and resume with three professional references (excluding Chief & Councillors, or family members), one being your current or most recent supervisor, to the Human Resource Office at the Lac La Ronge Indian Band.



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