Responsibilities

• • Assist families with completing Jordan’s Principle applications.

  • Track and report on Jordan’s Principle applications.

  • Maintain an accurate filing system for applications, reports, and other case-work documentation.

  • Liaise with clients, families and key contacts to ensure clients are receiving and maintaining the services required.

  • Support Youth Programming staff and events as needed.

  • Become knowledgeable with Department of Indigenous Services Canada documentation related to the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal and Jordan’s Principle.

  • Provide support to families and advocate for needs-based solutions.

  • Work collaboratively with inter-departmental staff to deliver programs and services in the Community.

  • Other related duties as assigned by the DOFA.

Qualifications

• • Minimum grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Background in Social Work and/or 2 years of experience working in First Nation health, social or educational sectors considered an asset.
  • Experience working with aboriginal families in a health, advocacy, support, or social development role.
  • Discretion handling sensitive materials and information.
  • Able to work methodically and accurately, with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with all MFN staff and community members.
  • Acceptable recent Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.
  • Training and certification in WHMIS, OHSA or other relevant areas considered an asset.