Growing Up Well Supervisor - Regina, Canada - Chief Red Bear Children's Lodge

Description

COWESSESS FIRST NATIONS #73

CHIEF RED BEAR CHILDREN'S LODGE

Career Opportunity

Therapeutic Family Home Manager

Details

Annual Salary Range:

DOE

Type:
Permanent Full-Time


Details:
Standard of 40 working hours per week


Location:
Regina, SK


Who is Chief Red Bear Children's Lodge?
Cowessess First Nation is the first Indigenous rights holder Nation to sign a coordination agreement in Canada.

Cowessess First Nation asserted jurisdiction when it comes to child welfare and family services through the implementation of the _
Miyo Pimatisowin Act_ and respected by Canada through their Bill C-92 legislation.

Chief Red Bear Children's Lodge (CRBCL), which has jurisdiction from the _
Miyo Pimatisowin Act_, changes the approach of child and family services by providing support in a way that is rooted in traditional Indigenous values and cultural practices.

Prevention is our preferred approach and goal for working with children and families; however, there is currently still a need for intervention programs and supports that are grounded in Indigenous teachings to ensure the safety and healing of children and families in our care.

Position Summary

Chief Red Bear Children's Lodge is seeking an experienced supervisor for the Growing Up Well Program, which oversees the implementation and ongoing supervision of child intervention and protection services.

Reporting to the Director of Growing Up Well, the supervisor is responsible for assessing child safety risk factors, developing alternate care plans, and working with the family as needed.

A key component of this work will be ensuring the safe and timely transfer of Cowessess' children in government care back to the nation.

Additionally, the Growing Up Well Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring that the children, youth and families in the Growing up Well program receive the necessary trauma supports and cultural planning to ensure that they are in a safe and healing environment.

This supervisory position will need to collaborate with multiple areas of CRBCL to ensure the effective delivery of programs and services to support the children, youth and families of Cowessess First Nation.

A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle is required.


Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work with 5+ years of experience with a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience. A combination of education, experience and other related education in human services or child development field will be considered.
• Registered Social Worker would be an asset.
• Knowledge of Bill C92 and the Miyo Pimatisowin Act.
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management and organization skills to effectively manage competing deadlines and communications.
• Strong crisis management knowledge and ability to effectively respond and lead a team through crisis situations.
• Knowledge of Cree, Saulteaux and Metis culture and social objectives of Cowessess First Nation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and create trusting relationships with children, parents, and coworkers.
• Successful criminal background check with vulnerable sector search as well as be willing and able to commute to Cowessess First Nation, SK.

To protect the health and safety of our people, clients, and communities, we require all employees to be COVID-19 fully vaccinated.

Individuals that cannot be fully vaccinated with a Health Canada approved vaccine due to medical reasons or another protected ground under Human Rights legislation may request an accommodation.

Additionally, the incumbent must provide a successful criminal background check with vulnerable sector search as well as be willing and able to commute to the CRBCL Head Office on a regular basis, which is located on Cowessess First Nation, SK.

Benefits
We are a new organization leading positive change within Cowessess First Nation, Saskatchewan, and Canada as a whole.

Our employees have the opportunity to be a part of Canadian history as we work to redefine governance for First Nations.

Some key benefits Chief Red Bear Children's Lodge offers are:

• Support from internal clinical supervision
• Competitive salary packages
• Extended health & dental benefits
• Employer matched pension contributions
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Teamoriented work culture
• Training workshops focused on Indigenous practices and traditions
• Professional development opportunities

How to Apply

• We appreciate all those who apply; however, preference will be given to those who selfidentify as Indigenous and provide confirmation upon request. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted._

Salary:
$77,854.40-$97,552.00 per year


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RR