Child Well-being Service Director

October 18, 2024

Position Title:

Posting Period: Until the position is filled

Salary: $110,200. – $115,000. Annually

Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society

Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation has come together to create and assert Nigig Nibi Ki-win, which name came to the AOPFN Tanakìwin by way of our naming ceremony conducted in accordance with Inàkonigewin. For greater certainty, our inherent right to self-government, as affirmed by the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and s. 35 of the Canadian Constitution Act, 1982, includes jurisdiction in relation to the wellbeing of Ninìdjànisinànig, Weshkinìgidjig, and their families. Algonquins of Pikwakanagan have cared for our Ninìdjànisinànig and Weshkinìgidjig in accordance with our customs and traditions. Ninìdjànisinànig, Weshkinìgidjig, and their families thrived because they were immersed in their language, connected to the land, and cared for by their people. Inàkonigewin has governed these lands for millennia, well before any colonial laws were brought and imposed on our people and lands. By asserting this Law through Nigig Nibi-Ki-win, we are not bringing into force a new law, but using our knowledge of Inàkonigewin to provide aid to our people in a modern context, in a way that cares for them, our ancestors, and our descendants. The only way to undo the damage that has been inflicted on our people by colonial governments is to re-assert our inherent right to care for our Ninìdjànisinànig and Weshkinìgidjig.

Summary of the Position:

The Child Well-being Service Director, will work with the Executive Director to oversee program and service delivery and the training of all Nigig-Nibi-Ki-Win Gamik staff involved in this delivery in order to successfully implement and operationalize the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation’s child wellbeing law, Nigig-Nibi-ki-win, through its agency, Nigig-Nibi-ki-win Gamik.

The Child Well-being Service Director will work collaboratively with the Executive Director to identify, recruit, and train staff with respect to the delivery of programs and services to children and families pursuant to the law and in interactions with other governments, as well as develop any programs contemplated under the law.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of the Executive Director, supervises and trains any and all staff engaged in the exercise of jurisdiction under the law and the provision of services to children and families.
Under the guidance of the Executive Director, supervises and trains any staff functioning as “band representatives” in relation to proceedings commenced or services delivered by other governments concerning child protection.
Work with the Executive Director to develop the training process and material (e.g., standards, best practices, etc.) for staff.
Manage staff and work with staff members to resolve personnel issues before escalating to Executive Director.
Assists the development of processes, systems, and resources to deliver all services contemplated under the law (e.g., wrap-around care).

Working Conditions:

Due to the sensitive nature of personal information and potential interaction with individuals to whom services are being delivered, the Child Well-being Service Director is required to keep all information confidential. The Child Well-being Service Director position requires you to sit and stand for various periods of time. The Child Well-being Service Director position may involve some travel.

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in social work at minimum, master’s degree in social work is preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years direct experience working with youth and families in a social service or other related health setting. Experience working with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis (FNIM) people in a community-based setting would be considered an asset.

Preference in Hiring:

Nigig promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Persons who identify as Indigenous will be given preference as this role serves the needs of members of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation. Provided the candidate meets the basic requirements of the position and is deemed qualified following the interview process, preference will be given to a) the qualified Indigenous person who is a member of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation; then to, b) the qualified Indigenous person; then to, c) the qualified non-Indigenous candidate.

Employment Requirements:

Knowledge

Indigenous knowledge, in particular, knowledge of Algonquin child and family values, traditions, and practices.
Knowledge of traditional healing practices.
In-depth knowledge of local, regional, and provincial Indigenous and non-Indigenous services.
In-depth knowledge of Child Welfare legislation, mandates, standards of practice, policies, and procedures such as the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017, Bill C-92, Jordan’s Principle, Customary Care, etc.

Abilities

Coordination and planning of individualized extended wrap-around care.
Develop training material for and train staff in the delivery of programs and services.
Develop and structure programs and services that can be operationalized and delivered effectively and that remain grounded in the culture, tradition, and practices of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation.
Develop and maintain professional networks for extension of
Proficiency in the use of computers and various software

Personal Suitability

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to organize people and manage workflow.
Ability to problem-solve and resolve conflicts.
Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment.
Tact, discretion, and a professional level of confidentiality.
Self-motivated, reliable, thorough, and proactive.
Sensitive to Indigenous culture and values.

Conditions of Employment

Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check to be provided on application and on request.

WE OFFER:

Competitive Salary
Pension Plan
Long- and Short-Term Disability
Paid sick, vacation and special day leave
14 Provincial and Federal Statutory Holidays
Health Spending account (Dental, Vision, Prescriptions)

Please submit your cover letter and resume to:employment@nigignibi.com

Contact Information

Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society

1467 Mishomis Inamo,

Pikwakanagan, Ontario

Email: employment@nigignibi.com