Supervisor

Position: SUPERVISOR – PERMANENT, FULL-TIME

Location: Winnipeg and Main Office (Kinonjeoshtegon First Nation)

Start Date: Immediately

Kinonje Abinoonjiiag Niigan Inc.’s objective is to provide child protection and family services to the Kinonjeoshtegon First Nation membership on and off-reserve.

Kinonje Abinoonjiiag Niigan Inc. requires a Supervisor for both of our offices located in Winnipeg and at our Main Office in Kinonjeoshtegon (Jackhead) First Nation.  Each position is responsible to supervise a team of Case Managers and administrative staff, and provide staff with direction in case management, child protection assessment and ensuring program service delivery needs are met.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

·           Oversee case management and case planning to ensure that the agency complies with provincial and federal legislation.

·           Supervise implementation and evaluation consistent with the agency’s strategic plan; support services assessment, family unit decision making.

·           Ensure that agency policies, procedures and guidelines are implemented and adhered to by staff, including reporting requirements, file recording expectations and other duties associated with frontline workers.

·           Supervision with Case Managers bi-weekly and file reviews quarterly.

·           Develop effective staff and working teams through a comprehensive process of team building, staff training and program planning.

·           Network with community stakeholders, government agencies, other CFS agencies, other First Nation organizations to improve youth in care outcomes.

·           Willing to work after hours and/or weekends as requested.

·           Other supervisory duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

·           Bachelor of Social Work degree from an accredited university preferred but consideration may be given to other post-secondary education plus a minimum of five years direct child welfare experience in a mandated child and family agency.

·           Knowledge of CFS legislation and standards.

·           Excellent assessment, interviewing and counselling skills.

·           Excellent written and oral communication skills.

·           Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.

·           Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and CFSIS.

·           Sensitivity to and understanding of First Nations culture and values.

·           Valid Manitoba Driver’s License and a reliable fully insured vehicle as the position requires travel to First Nation community.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

·           Kinonje Abinoonjiiag Niigan Inc. offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

·           Qualified candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check, child abuse registry check, and a prior contact check as a condition of employment.

·           Kinonjeoshtegon band members and Indigenous candidates will be given preference and are encouraged to self-identify as being of Indigenous descent.

HOW TO APPLY:

·           Email your resume and cover letter along with 3 references to: [email protected]

We thank all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.