Rites of Passage Scaabe ~ Competition 2024-130
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**Rites of Passage Scaabe ~ Competition 2024-130**
**First Nations Family Advocate Office**
**Full-Time Permanent**
**Closing Date: December 6, 2024**
**Position Summary**
Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Children and Families, the Rights of Passage Scaabe will work directly with First Nations youth in care, youth who have aged out of care, and youth who are at risk of involvement with the Child and Family Services (CFS) system. The Rights of Passage Scaabe will assist First Nations youth by offering individual support and workshops that aid in the development of skills necessary for youth to transition into independent living and to ensure that youth have opportunities to fulfill and maintain their mental, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Liaise with First Nation CFS Agencies, organizations and schools to promote services available to First Nations children and youth through the First Nations Family Advocate Office and Rites of Passage stream of service and establish a referral process.
- Establish working relationships with collaterals and parents/caregivers to ensure that needs are met and that youth have support with short
- and long-term planning.
- Participate in a weekly case conference.
- Work with youth to complete the intake process and develop a Brave Path.
- Establish a rapport with youth and families through regular contact and maintaining healthy boundaries.
- Develop and facilitate workshops designed to meet the needs of participants and create opportunities for healing, cultural awareness, life skills, and employment skills.
- Assist youth in seeking resources in housing, education, employment, training, treatment, etc.
- Work with the Mino Bimaadiziwin Grandmother and Grandfather to provide culturally appropriate supports and services.
- Work closely with the Advocacy Coordinator to address any issues or concerns as it relates to client files.
- Provide a voice for children and youth by advocating on common issues and challenges they encounter.
- Support youth in the justice system by attending court proceedings and liaising with crown counsel and lawyers.
- Other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**
**Education & Experience**
- Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Arts Diploma. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Strong knowledge of the Child and Family Services system, policies, laws and regulations, standards and recent legal and regulatory developments is desired.
- Experience working with and in First Nations.
- Knowledge of First Nation issues related to child welfare, justice, education and healthcare systems.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience in both the development and implementation of workshops.
- Demonstrate problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Knowledge of management, organizational and planning principles.
- Be able to follow office procedures and practices.
- Knowledge of First Nations people and Nations.
- Able to work flexible hours and travel upon request.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Clear Child Abuse Checks.
**Human Resources**
**Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs**
**14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3
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