Prevention Services Manager Full Time

Posting Period: Until the position is filled
Salary: $78,000 – $85,000 Annually

Nigig Nibi Kw-win Gamik Society
Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation has come together to create and assert Nigig Nibi Ki-win, which name came to the AOPFN Tanakìwin by way of our naming ceremony conducted in accordance with Inàkonigewin. For greater certainty, our inherent right to self-government, as affirmed by the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and s. 35 of the Canadian Constitution Act, 1982, includes jurisdiction in relation to the wellbeing of Ninìdjànisinànig, Weshkinìgidjig, and their families. Algonquins of Pikwakanagan have cared for our Ninìdjànisinànig and Weshkinìgidjig in accordance with our customs and traditions. Ninìdjànisinànig, Weshkinìgidjig, and their families thrived because they were immersed in their language, connected to the land, and cared for by their people. Inàkonigewin has governed these lands for millennia, well before any colonial laws were brought and imposed on our people and lands. By asserting this Law through Nigig Nibi-Ki-win, we are not bringing into force a new law, but using our knowledge of Inàkonigewin to provide aid to our people in a modern context, in a way that cares for them, our ancestors, and our descendants. The only way to undo the damage that has been inflicted on our people by colonial governments is to re-assert our inherent right to care for our Ninìdjànisinànig and Weshkinìgidjig.

SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Prevention Services Manager will oversee the Prevention Services Supervisor and Prevention Workers, ultimately overseeing the delivery of culturally appropriate programing for children, youth and families with a wholistic approach that promotes and supports a healthy family lifestyle. The Prevention Services Manager will be guided by principles set out in Nigig Nibi Ki-win, which includes incorporating nurturing care and cultural supports to prevention programing.

The Prevention Services Manager will oversee employees whose appointments include Prevention Worker and membership on committees necessitated by Nigig. Where necessary, the Prevention Services Manager will step into and provide support for these roles.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Program and Service Delivery
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and implementation of individual and group programs according to community needs i.e. children, families and parents.
• Provides opportunities for the enhancement and development of a positive cultural identity for children, youth, families, and communities served.
• Follows program guidelines, rules, regulations and completes all necessary forms.
• Oversees the promotion and advertisement of programs and activities.
• Complete incident reports as required.
• Work with Prevention Workers to complete all administrative duties and responsibilities including an inventory of materials & supplies.

2. Collaborative Practice
• Works closely with Nigig’s planning committees, programs and services to ensure quality program delivery.
• Participates on relevant boards, committees and community development projects.

3. Community Development
• Identifies, assesses, and prioritizes family and child prevention needs.
• Participates and oversees developing strategic plans and annualized work plans.
• Oversees, participates and coordinates new prevention strategies and initiatives.
• Liaisons and networks with community and other child and youth services for the integration of new and existing services.
• Participates on relevant committees and meetings.
• Oversees the promotion of community awareness of prevention services.
• Seek and facilitate opportunities within the community to help build and nurture relationships with family.
• Organizes work for action; obtaining briefing notes, reports or other relevant information required for client success.

4. Administrative:
• Develops and implements tools to ensure evidence-based reporting.
• Completes all administrative reporting requirements according to policies and funding agent mandates including Briefing Notes and Discussion Papers.
• Report any serious occurrences to Child Well-Being Service Director.
• Prepare serious occurrence reports and/or incident reports when necessary.
• Correspondence tracking and follow-ups with team members and program participants.
• Tracking/monitoring activities, documenting outcomes of activities & programs.

5. Quality Management
• Utilizes evidence-based reporting to evaluate annualized work plans.
• Participates in monthly staff meetings.
• Participates in cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity training.
• Participates in staff development initiatives, conferences and training requirements specific to Prevention Worker and prevention services.
• Ensures all certifications are current, including for Prevention Workers.
• Ensures that policies and procedures are developed and implemented in adherence to all relevant legislation and regulatory bodies.
• Will ensure that the program is pro-active in the Algonquin perspective and efforts of child welfare and children’s mental health (social) needs. These methods shall consider Indigenous approaches in traditional and contemporary approaches in service delivery as set out in Nigig Nibi Ki-win.
• Promotes cultural programs, focus on appropriate traditions, practices, teachings that focus on and use of the land.
• Prepares for, and acts as a support person for community committees, as related to the program.
• Ensures accuracy in correspondence, gathering information and communication.
• Tracks/monitors strengths/weaknesses of Prevention Services activities and supports.

6. Risk Management:
• Participates in a comprehensive risk management plan for Prevention Services.
• Ensures the protection and privacy of all Prevention Services information and records.

7. Other:
• Performs other related duties as may be required by the Child Well-being Service Director.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work involves extensive public contact with clients, emergency services workers, child well-being and child welfare agencies; work is subject to deadlines and interruptions. Work involves handling and dealing with issues of a very sensitive and confidential nature. Work involves a flexible schedule, travel and transporting clients.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

1. Basic Requirements:
• Diploma in Social Services or the Legal field i.e. Social Service Worker, Child & Youth Worker with two years experience working in the related field;
• A minimum of a class “G” drivers’ licence, access to a dependable vehicle and ability to obtain passenger insurance.

2. Rated Requirements:

Knowledge:
• Customary Care.
• Knowledge and understanding of AoPFN’s interest in children, youth and families.
• Child, Youth & Family Services Act (Ontario) and its application and proceedings involving First Nation members.

Abilities:
• Interpret legislation and legal documents.
• Research, investigate, analyze and evaluation skills.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills and techniques.
• Exceptional written skills i.e. Plans of Care, reports, documents, proposals etc.
• Exceptional verbal skills i.e. presentations, facilitation, court appearances etc.
• Strong computer skills with experience in the application of software, internet and email.
• Facilitation, Coordination and Management skills in Alternative Dispute Resolutions, Circles of Care, Multi-Disciplinary Case Management Meetings, Family & Group Conferencing and Workshops; Experience an Asset.
• Experience working with children, youth and families.

Personal Suitability:
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; demonstrates a high level of professionalism.
• Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Tact, discretion and a high level of confidentiality.
• Possess initiative, self-motivation, reliable and thorough.
• Sensitive to Indigenous culture and values; promotes the culture and aspirations of AoPFN.
• Resourceful and a problem solver.
• Proactive and able to engage in a respectful, friendly and approachable manner.
• Empathetic and compassionate.
• A role model.
• Must be able to travel.

3. Conditions of Employment:
• Provide an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check; to be provided annually.
• CPR and First Aid Certification; to be provided annually.
• Proof of a minimum of a class “G” driver’s license.

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
• Pension Plan
• Long- and Short-Term Disability
• Paid sick, vacation and special days
• 14 Provincial and Federal Statutory Holidays
• Health Spending account (Dental, Vision, Prescriptions)

Please submit your cover letter and resume to: employment@nigignibi.com

Contact Information
Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society
1467 Mishomis Inamo,
Pikwakanagan, Ontario
Email: employment@nigignibi.com