Off-reserve Supervisor

**POSITION**:Off-Reserve Supervisor - Jordan’s Principle**

**Dakota Ojibway Health Services (DOHS) - Jordan’s Principle**

**LOCATION**:Dakota Ojibway Health Service** 320-300 Alpine Way, Headingley, MB R4H 0E1

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Reporting to the Program Director for Dakota Ojibway Health Services - Jordan’s Principle program, the Off-Reserve Supervisor is responsible for providing supervision, direction and monitoring the day to day operations of the Jordan’s Principle Team.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Manage staffing activities including staff recruitment, hiring of staff and staff development.
- Provide on-going support, advice, and direction to staff.
- Monitor staff performance to ensure quality professional service is delivered to community members.
- Provide and/or seek out information on the availability of financial resources and programs.
- Collaborate with Program Director to support and coordinate the development of minimum standard requirements for the Jordan’s Principle Initiative and/or assist in the development of policies and/or by-laws.
- Assist in the evaluation of services as provided by the various health-care agencies and independent contractors.
- Liaise with other agencies such as hospitals, medical practitioners, government departments, and other service agencies.
- Assist in facilitating the networking process between affiliated and independent communities in the Tribal Council area by promoting and organizing local inter-agency resource committees.
- Provide consistent and comprehensive case management conferencing with DOHS Case Managers.
- Review and approve DOHS Case Manager support submissions ensuring current DOHS standards are maintained.
- Collaborate with Program Director to seek funding for positions as required.
- Ensure that all reporting requirements are met in accordance with government contributions specifications and requirements.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:(including, but not limited to)**
- Post-Secondary Degree (Bachelor of Nursing, Registered Nurse or Bachelor of Social Work)
- Leadership certificate would be an asset
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity; combinations of education and experience will be considered.
- Knowledge of the Jordan’s Principle initiative
- Knowledge of health care system along with the Indigenous Services Canada system and their respective roles
- Experience conducting workshops, research and development
- Must have skills in conducting workshops, research and development
- Must be highly organized, punctual, and reliable
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision
- Ability to manage multi-dimensional programs, activities and priorities
- Skilled in financial management as well as all aspects of the budgeting process and cycle
- In-depth knowledge of First Nations health and wellness system needs
- Knowledge of relevant legislation such as CFS Act, Vulnerable Persons Legislation
- Proficient in use of Apple Products and Microsoft Office Applications

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**:

- Valid Manitoba Driver’s License
- Current Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check
- Access to a reliable vehicle
- Travel extensively throughout region

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**Interested applicants are invited to forward a resume and cover letter, including two (2) references to**:
**DAKOTA OJIBWAY HEALTH SERVICES**

**Attn: Erica Nicholson, Human Resource Officer**

Ph: (204) 239-8650 Fax: (204) 857-6037