Prevention Services Program Coordinator Full Time

Posting Period: Until the position is filled
Salary: $70,000 – $77,000 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
Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik is an organization that works to affect the development, implementation, administration, and operation of child and family well-being programs. This includes prevention and protection supports and services in accordance with Algonquin of Pikwakanagan First Nation’s child well-being law, Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik. The Prevention Services Supervisor 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 Program Coordinator will oversee the Prevention Program Assistants, 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. This is a full-time position.

The Prevention Services Program Coordinator will play a pivotal role in leading our prevention efforts and ensuring the delivery of engaging, high-quality, culturally relevant programming. Working closely with a dedicated Prevention team, the Prevention Services Program Coordinator will assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of prevention programs tailored to be responsive to the changing needs of Algonquin of Pikwakanagan First Nation (“AoPFN”) youth, their families and the greater community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Program and Service Delivery
• Oversee the planning, coordination, staffing and implementation of individual and group programming according to community needs i.e. children, parents and families.
• Provides opportunities for the enhancement and development of a positive cultural identity for children, youth, families, and communities served.
• Oversees the promotion and advertisement of programs and activities in collaboration with Nigig’s Communications Department.
• Complete incident reports as required.
• Work with Prevention Program Assistants to complete all administrative duties and responsibilities including an inventory of materials & supplies.
• Provides oversight to all programming.
• Collaborates with youth, families, elders and community members to identify needs, priorities, and opportunities for intervention and/or appropriate programming needs.
• Ensures that programs are culturally appropriate, evidence-based, and responsive to the unique strengths and challenges of the community.

2. Collaborative Practice, Supervision and Leadership
• Works closely with Nigig’s planning committees, programs and services to ensure quality program development and delivery in accordance with the organization’s mandate and community support objectives.
• Participates on relevant boards, committees and community development projects.
• Provides leadership, supervision, and support to a team of Prevention Program Assistants, ensuring they have the training, support, resources and guidance needed to effectively and safely carry out their roles.
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment that values cultural diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Conduct regular check-ins, performance evaluations, and professional development activities to support the growth and success of team members.

3. Community Development
• Identifies, assesses, and prioritizes family and child prevention and wellness needs.
• Participates and oversees developing strategic plans for the department and annualized work plans.
• Oversees, participates and coordinates new prevention strategies and initiatives.
• Liaisons and networks with other departments within Nigig as well as within community.
• Participates on relevant committees and in relevant meetings.
• Oversees the promotion of community awareness of prevention programs and services.
• Seek and facilitate opportunities within the community to help build and nurture relationships with families.
• Assists in building and maintaining strong relationships with community leaders, Elders, and other stakeholders to enhance collaboration and maximize impact.
• Assists in facilitating community consultations, prevention program related focus groups, and feedback sessions to ensure that programs are responsive to community needs and preferences.
• Identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration with external agencies and Algonquin Anishinaabeg communities, where this might be beneficial to enhancing program relevancy, sustainability and effectiveness.

4. Administrative
• Develop administrative procedures to oversee and implement engaging and culturally enhancing programming for children and youth and their families.
• Develops tools to ensure evidence-based program analysis and reporting.
• Completes all administrative reporting requirements according to policies and funding agent mandates including Briefing Notes and Discussion Papers.
• Report any serious occurrences to Prevention Services Manager.
• 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.
• Assists the Prevention Services Manager in developing program guidelines, rules, regulations and completion of all necessary data management, including but not limited to, statistics, funder reporting and all other programmatic administration.

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 services as it relates to Nigig Nibi Ki-Win. .
• Ensures all Prevention Program Assistant certifications are current and recertifications scheduled as needed.
• Will ensure that the program is pro-active in the Algonquin Anishinaabeg perspective and efforts of child welfare and children’s mental health and socio-economic needs. These methods shall consider Indigenous approaches in traditional and contemporary approaches in service delivery.
• Promotes inclusion of the Cultural Team in programming, with a custom focus on appropriate traditions, practices, teachings that focus on and use of the land in response to the evolving needs of the community.
• Prepares for, and acts as a support person for community committees, if necessary, as related to the program.
• Ensures accuracy in correspondence, gathering information and communication.
• Respects legal obligations regarding children under Nigig Nibi Ki-win.
• Assists in tracking/monitoring strengths/weaknesses of Prevention program delivery of activities, support and referrals to relevant Nigig programs and support staff.

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

7. Other
• Performs other related duties as may be required by the Prevention Services Manager.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work involves extensive public contact with clients, emergency services workers, child welfare agencies and court appearances; 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
Basic Requirements:
• Diploma in Social Services, Child & Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education with five years experience working in the related field.
• Experience with program development and implementation.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a supervisory capacity or demonstrated leadership capability is a must.
• A minimum of a class “G” drivers’ licence, access to a dependable vehicle and ability to obtain passenger insurance.
• Registration with a recognized body of regulation such as the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

2. Rated Requirements:
Knowledge:
• Experience working with children, youth and families.
• Knowledge and understanding of AoPFN’s history, community dynamics, children, youth and families.
• Child, Youth & Family Services Act (Ontario) and its application and proceedings involving First Nation members.
• Exceptional communication skills (written skills i.e. program plans, reports, documents, proposals etc. and verbal skills i.e. presentations, team meetings, etc.).
• Strong computer skills with experience in the application of software, internet and email.

Abilities:
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships with staff, Council members & community.
• Ability to conduct ones’-self in a professional unbiased manner – at all times.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential.
• Ability to deal with constant interruptions and varied clientele.

Personal Suitability:
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; demonstrates a high level of professionalism and engagement.
• Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Tact, discretion and a high level of confidentiality.
• Possess initiative, self-motivation, and be reliable and thorough.
• Be proactive and able to engage in a respectful, friendly and approachable manner.
• Act as a positive role model, being empathetic and compassionate.
• Must be able to travel.
• Sensitive to Indigenous cultures and values; promotes the culture and aspirations of AoPFN.

3. Conditions of Employment:
• Must have a Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s Licence, access to a reliable vehicle.
• Must provide proof of automobile insurance coverage.
• Complete and signed Code of Conduct and Confidentiality Agreement.
• Maintain a valid Vulnerable Sector Check Screening.
• Current CPR & Standard First Aid Certificate
• Willing to work flexible hours.

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