Southern Care Program Supervisor

Position: Southern Care Program Supervisor

Conditions: Full Time Permanent

Department: South Care Program

Competition #2025-36

Location: Winnipeg, MB and Community

Closing Date: Open until filled

Shawenim Abinoojiiis a non-profit service provider and Southeast First Nations-led organization. We offer comprehensive benefits, a rewarding work environment, and opportunities to challenge yourself, apply your skillset and be a part of a unique First Nations-led service model.

BENEFITS:

ü Competitive Salary

ü Personal Leave Days and Paid Time Off

ü Employer-Matched Pension Plan

ü Comprehensive Benefits Package

ü On-site parking

OVERVIEW: Reporting to the Director of Services, the Southern Care Program Supervisor is responsible for the effective management and supervision of the Southern Care Program staff and operations. This role involves leading a team of professionals, developing program strategies, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support to the Southern Care Program (SCP) as a whole. The Supervisor is also responsible for program development, staff management, and maintaining positive relationships with the communities we serve and the house parents who care for the children in our care. This position is required to visit the homes within the program and may be required to travel to the eight (8) Southeast Communities we serve.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

· Supervision of SCP staff including Case Managers, Caregivers, Support & Respite Workers, providing coaching, mentorship and ensuring accountability.

• Liaise with SECFS Alternate Care Department & CFS Units to maintain effective communication.

• Participate in the Caregiver recruitment process.

• Manage placement process:

o Ensure placement availability is communicated to referring agency,

o Receive referrals (in depth social history and relevant assessments, review and match with potential Caregiver, discuss needs and confirm placement suitability and preparedness,

o Coordinate intakes with SECFS worker, SAI Caregiver and supports,

o Schedule pre-placement visitation when applicable,

o Confirm placement date(s) and communicate details to appropriate departments.

• Deliver performance evaluations and address any issues resulting from review.

• Receive complaints and concerns; respond in a timely manner in collaboration with Case Managers.

• Participate in Alternative Dispute Resolution process as required.

• Review, approve and track Incident Reports and Monthly Reports.

• Ensure Outcomes, Assessments, and Service Plans are current and up to date.

• Review and authorize reimbursements and claims for Caregivers, and timesheets for support staff.

• Facilitate monthly Caregiver meetings to foster a sense of community and connectedness, focusing on program objectives.

• Participate in on-going program development.

• Ensure monthly statistics are accurate and up-to-date.

• Ensure Caregiver application packages, home studies, addendums and annual foster home license reviews are completed as required.

• Coordinate professional development for Caregivers, SCP team, and Respite Workers.

• Travel to community as operationally required and directed by the Program Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work with directly related experience, required.
• Minimum three years direct supervisory/management experience, required.
• Knowledge of the Child and Family Services (CFS) sector and legislation, required.
• Possess a strong knowledge of the First Nations cultures and systemic issues affecting our children, families, and communities; cultural awareness and/or sensitivity training required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or understanding of First Nations perspectives, culture, and traditional philosophies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, high stress environment with a high attention to detail.
• Program facilitation skills and experience, required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate in Anishinaabe is preferred.
• Must have a valid Manitoba driver's license and a reliable vehicle.

• Must provide a satisfactory driver's abstract annually

• Must provide current clear Child Abuse and Adult Registry Checks, Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), agree to Prior Contact Check as a condition of employment; all background checks provided every two years or as requested.

Please visit our careers page to view our current opportunities and to submit your application directly:

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You are also welcome to apply to or drop your resume off at our main office located at 865 Main Street.

WE THANK ALL WHO APPLY HOWEVER ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO INTERNAL CANDIDATES, SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND SELF-DECLARED CANDIDATES (FIRST NATIONS, INUIT, OR METIS).