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Navigator Full Time
Posting Period: Until the Position is Filled
Salary: $65,000 – $75,000. 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
The Navigator will provide screening and brief assessment for children, youth, and families experiencing involvement with Nigig Nibi-Ki-win Gamik Society. Based on information ascertained in the initial intake the Navigator will then make referrals to the appropriate services, including internal and external resources not limited to applicable programming, Child Well-being, Prevention, Family Wellness services, Cultural services as well as other departments of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation’s organization umbrella (herein AOPFN), as required to best fit the needs of the service users.
The Navigator will monitor the progress of the treatment plan through case consultations and follow-up sessions and will engage further resources as required. This form of advocacy will not only provide education about traditional practices to service providers but also educate the service users on the culturally specific practices being employed with that provider.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Navigation and Client Orientated Services:
• Assists clients after initial intake process.
• Provides referrals to appropriate services and liaises with referred department managers and supervisors.
• Monitors and supports clients while waitlisted for service.
• Works with clients and their families, creating a navigation strategy that will lead to the best quality of service.
• Helps families understand the system and access appropriate services according to their needs.
2. Collaborative Practice:
• Participates in case management meetings with the managers of Child Well-being, Prevention and Family Wellness service departments.
• Utilizes and consults with other inter-agency departments in health care and social services as required.
• Provides education and awareness on Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik and its services.
• Consistently available to service users at point of service and other employees.
• Serves as an advocate for service users (re: access to services, enhancing cultural sensitivity and respect).
• Strengthens existing pathways to access the holistic and culturally appropriate services.
• Builds relationships with non-Indigenous service agencies as needed.
3. Community Development:
• Liaisons and networks with community and health services for the integration of new and existing services.
• Promotes community awareness of resources.
4. Administrative:
• Develops and implements tools to ensure evidence-based reporting.
• Completes all administrative reporting requirements according to policy and the funding agent’s mandate.
• Create and update client files.
• Create enrollment forms to assign clients to staff member caseloads.
• Manage and maintain the Client Master List
• Manage and maintain excel spreadsheets for tracking purposes.
5. Quality Management:
• Participates in relevant staff meetings.
• Participates in cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity training.
• Participates in staff development initiatives and training requirements.
• Participates in the development and updating of policies and procedures.
• Monitors service times.
• Creates forms and other documents required for reporting
6. Risk Management:
• Ensures the protection and privacy of all health information and records.
• Ensures the safety and priority of all service users when accessing services.
7. Other:
• Performs other related duties as may be required by Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society
WORKING CONDITIONS
Due to the sensitive nature of all contact with service users (in person or via technology) the Navigator is required to keep all information confidential. The Navigator positions requires you to sit and stand for various periods of time. The Navigator position involves travel and flexible scheduling.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Basic Requirements
• Grade 12 with 3-5 years experience working directly with Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation in the social work or healthcare sector.
• Administrative experience using various case management systems, excel, word, and Microsoft programs.
OR
• Grade 12 with a minimum of three (3) years direct experience working with youth and families in a social service or other related health setting. Experience working with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis (FNIM) people in a community-based setting would be considered an asset.
• Proven ability to develop wholistic plans of care with the client and ensure a connection with the appropriate resources.
Rated Requirements
Knowledge:
• Indigenous Knowledge
• Knowledge of traditional healing practices.
• In depth knowledge of local, regional, and provincial Indigenous and non-Indigenous services.
• 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, Customary Care etc.
Abilities:
• Research, analyze, and organize efficiently.
• Effectively communication verbally and in writing.
• 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.
• Ability to work independently as well as 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
• CPR and First Aid Certification; to be completed accordingly.
• Proof of a class “G” driver’s license and driver’s Abstract.
PREFERENCE IN HIRING:
Nigig promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. 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]