Job Posting

Background:
The incumbent will be responsible to provide families of children and youth the greatest
opportunity to rediscover their power to make family decisions and reconcile to the strengths of the
family within an Indigenous framework. This framework includes gathering the people in their support
network, provide programming and support in accordance with the family’s needs and reflective of Ma
Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre’s philosophy.

Qualifications:
• Post-secondary education in the area of Human Services or acceptable equivalent/related
experience.
• Working knowledge of the Child Welfare Legislation and Standards.
• Thorough understanding of the Family Group Conference model.
• Understanding of and ability to promote culturally sensitive care for children.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with families, young parents, and team members.
• Ability to work independently and to set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to be flexible, meaning working some evenings and weekends when necessary. Sometimes
families require immediate FGC mentor intervention, and this doesn’t always happen during work
hours.
• Ability to implement program policies and protocols.
• Ability to plan and implement an effective conference with all youth and their supports.
• Understands the challenges youth face generally and as adolescent parents.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in written form, including effectively using computer software
such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Understanding of and ability to promote culturally sensitive care for children in keeping with
Indigenous values and community issues.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous
mandated and non-mandated organizations.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Must provide current (within last three months) Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Query &
Child Abuse Registry Check and be subject to Prior Contact Check

Contact reception@yesmb.ca for more info.