Position Title: Child Well-Being Manager
Posting Period: Until the position is filled
Salary: $112,500 - $125,000. Annually
Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society is growing our team!
Join our dynamic and dedicated team as we continue to develop capacity within the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation and greater unceded Algonquin territory. With our Child Well-being law, Nigig Nibi Ki-win, now fully in force, the community embraces a step in reconciliation by reclaiming jurisdiction over the safety and well-being of our children, youth and families.
We're looking for the right people to grow with the organization. Are you interested?
Learn more about Nigig: https://www.nigignibi.com/about/nigig-nibi-ki-win
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:
The Child Well-being Manager will work in tandem with the Cultural Advisor to Service Delivery in program development and organizational accountability. The Child Wellbeing Manager reports to the Director of Service Delivery. The Child Well-being Manager shall oversee delivery of service under Child Well-being, and the on-going development of the Child Well-being team under Nigig Nibi Ki-win, Pikwakanagan’s child and family well-being law.
The Child Well-being Manager will work primarily with the facilitation of the team’s development with respect to training, milestones, performance and adherence to Nigig Gamik’s policies and procedures and Nigig Nibi Ki-win.
They will assist in the development of necessary systems and structures to allow for the delivery of services under the law, as well as liaise with internal departments to integrate services for children, youth and families, as well as external agencies and services to ensure wrap-around care structures are in place.
The Child Well-being Manager will work collaboratively with the Cultural Advisor to Service Delivery, Director of Service Delivery, and Human Relational Services to help recruit, onboard and train staff for the Child Well-being department as necessary.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Supervision and Training
• The Child Well-being Manager provides guidance, direction and training to supervisors and staff with respect to service delivery within the department.
• Under the guidance of the Director of Service Delivery, supervises and assists with training CWB staff engaged in the exercise of jurisdiction under the law and the provision of services to children and families, including for those services delivered by other governments/agencies concerning child safety outside of jurisdiction.
• Works collaboratively with the Cultural Advisor to Service Delivery, Supervisors and Director of Service Delivery to develop the training process and material (e.g., standards, best practices, etc.) for staff.
• Provides overall leadership and direction for the Child Well-being program and staff within the program before escalating to the Director of Service Delivery.
• Always maintains a working knowledge of all Child Well-being files to fulfill program level accountability to understand service trends, systemic issues and pressures, as well as supporting the Child Well-being Supervisor in situations of complex or escalated situations.
• Supports the Child Well-being Supervisor by creating the conditions for efficient service delivery including, reasonable caseloads, training and professional development, and clear policies and procedures.
2. Program Development and Service Delivery
• Develops the Child Well-being program for the delivery of services under Nigig-Nibi-Ki-Win.
• Actively involved in the development of processes, systems, and resources to deliver all services contemplated under the law (e.g., wrap-around care).
3. On-Call
• Must be available to respond to emergencies or urgent situations outside of regular working hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Will respond promptly when contacted during an on-call shift.
• Are capable of diagnosing problems remotely or providing initial troubleshooting assistance over the phone or through email/text.
• May be required to physically report to a location to address emergencies that cannot be resolved remotely or by staff, such as emergency situations.
• Must maintain clear communication channels with colleagues, supervisors, and clients to ensure that they are informed about the status of ongoing issues and any actions taken to resolve them.
• Will document all incidents, including the nature of the problem, actions taken to resolve it, and any follow-up steps required if responding to a call in place of a staff, and/or ensure documentation is completed by the staff on-call.
• Will be responsible for following up with staff to ensure that any issues have been fully resolved and that any necessary preventative measures have been implemented.
4. Collaborative Practice
• Works closely with Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik's planning committees, programs and services to ensure quality wrap-around care is provided to clients.
• Participates on relevant community development projects and committees to foster strong working relationships.
• Participates actively in task or work groups as assigned.
• Facilitates staff meetings both within the team and with other departments.
5. Administrative:
• Develops and implements tools to ensure evidence-based reporting.
• Completes all administrative reporting requirements according to policies and funding agent mandates within the context of this department.
• Ensures the maintenance of complete and accurate client data, including updating of client information, consistent with policies and procedures of Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik.
• Initiates and participates in ongoing training and education, ensuring the application of new skills into practice within the team.
• Facilitation of all administrative and office-related functions pertinent to this team.
• Navigates all computer systems and software related to the work and to the smooth facilitation of service to clients with a high degree of efficiency.
6. Quality Management
• Utilizes evidence-based reporting to evaluate annualized work plans and adjust as may be necessary.
• Participates in cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity training.
• Ensures that policies and procedures are reviewed regularly and updated as needed.
• Provide a safe environment by ensuring adherences to Workplace Health and Safety Regulations and Policies, Infection Control Guidelines, WHMIS and Safe Work Procedures; including but not limited to Fire, Disaster and Evacuation Plans
• Supports an environment which avoids, prevents and corrects all activities or actions which may result in an adverse outcome in the delivery of services.
7. Risk Management:
• Participates in a comprehensive risk management plan for all Child Well-being services within Nigig Gamik.
• Ensures the protection and privacy of all Child Well-being services information and records in strict confidentiality.
• Facilitates the regular discussion of privacy and confidentiality within the team.
8. Other:
• Performs other related duties as may be required by the Director of Service Delivery.
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 Manager is required to keep all information confidential. The Child Well-being Manager position requires you to sit and stand for various periods of time. This position requires interaction with highly sensitive information regarding safety of children. The Child Well-being Manager position involves travel. The Child Well-being Manager position involves flexibility of schedule, which include on-call expectations.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
1. Basic Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work at minimum, Master’s degree in Social Work is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years direct experience working with youth and families in a social service or other related health setting. A minimum of three (3) years with supervisory or management experience would be considered an asset.
• Experience working with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis (FNIM) people in a community-based setting would be considered an asset.
2. Rated 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, PMSS, 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 care.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and various software programs.
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.
• Proof of a class "G" driver's license; clear driver's abstract and access to a dependable vehicle. This position requires traveling to respond to child well-being services and supports.
• Proof of education requirements.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Accommodation is available upon request for applicants at all stages of the recruitment and selection process. For confidential requests, contact [email protected]
PREFERENCE IN HIRING:
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.
WE OFFER:
• Competitive Salary
• Employment benefits & pension plan
• Paid sick, vacation and special day leave
• 14 Provincial and Federal Statutory Holidays
Please submit your cover letter and resume to: [email protected]
Contact Information
Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society
1467 Mishomis Inamo,
Pikwakanagan, Ontario
Email: [email protected]
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