FASD Program Worker

February 25, 2025

FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER PROGRAM

Location: United Chiefs and Councils of Mnidoo Mnising Tribal Council – M’Chigeeng First Nation

Duration: Full-time Permanent (pending funding)

The United Chiefs and Councils of Mnidoo Mnising Justice Program is an Anishinaabe Community Justice Program.  The FASD Program Worker will assist, support, and advocate for community members who have been diagnosed with or who are suspected of having FASD and are involved in the Canadian justice system.  The program worker will increase awareness about FASD and how the Justice System engages with Indigenous people affected by FASD.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Liaise with justice personnel and community resource persons to identify individuals who may have been diagnosed as having FASD or those who are suspected of having it.
  • Coordinate diagnostic assessments for community members.
  • Identify support services for pre/diagnosed community members.
  • Assist individuals in navigating the justice system and act as a liaison between the two and any adjoining services.
  • Facilitate positive change in how the justice system responds to individuals affected by FASD
  • Identify alternatives to incarceration through traditional restorative justice approaches.
  • Create space, opportunities for healing and self-discovery through the offering of cultural activities and ceremonies.
  • Maintain client files, statistical and activity reports as per the Transfer Payment Agreement.
  • Attend court as necessary.
  • Help facilitate educational outreach on FASD.
  • Maintain resources related to FASD and justice, including case law and developments.
  • Liaise with other similar service providers regarding best practices.
  • Other duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must have a post secondary degree/diploma in social services, law, or Indigenous studies.
  • Willingness to learn about Canadian criminal procedures and the Criminal Code of Canada.
  • Must have the ability to produce superior written documents for submission to court.
  • Must have a minimum of three years’ experience working directly with Anishinaabe clients providing social or justice related services.
  • Must have knowledge of local Anishinaabe culture and issues impacting Anishinaabek.
  • Must have the ability to maintain work plans, files, correspondence.
  • Must have knowledge of services available for Anishinaabek in the Districts of Manitoulin, Algoma, and Sudbury.
  • Able to speak and/or understand Ojibwe is an asset.
  • Must have a valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.
  • Must provide a clear current Vulnerable Sector Screening check, if selected.

Remuneration:  $55, 000.00 + benefits                                                  Closing Date:  March 21, 2025 at 12 pm

To Apply:      Mail or deliver a complete package which must include the following:

1) cover letter

2) resume

3) copy of valid Ontario driver’s license

4) three work-related letters of reference including at least one from a supervisor/ manager

 

Incomplete, emailed or late packages will not be considered. Thank you for applying but only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to Anishinaabe applicants. Please self-identify in your application.

Mark “Confidential-FASD” to:

Paula Corbiere

Justice Department Manager

United Chiefs and Councils of Mnidoo Mnising

Box 275

M’Chigeeng, ON   P0P 1G0