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The Kiipewii’Chego Advocate will work with First Nations families to work with families to help address concerns and meet their identified goals.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Attending weekly case conference and receiving client files during case conferences.</li>\n<li>Complete the intake process for new clients.</li>\n<li>Work in collaboration with the Perinatal Support Worker to strengthen birth and family sovereignty</li>\n<li>Establish effective working relationships with collaterals and parents/caregivers to support the birth plan/the reunification process.</li>\n<li>Empower families by connecting them to Elders and Knowledge Keepers to strengthen their cultural identity through ceremony.</li>\n<li>Connect families to internal and external resources to improve mental health and wellness, build on parenting skills, and to help parents/caregivers to overcome any issues that may be preventing family reunification through safety planning</li>\n<li>Work together with parents and their circle of support to strengthen and enhance parenting skills.</li>\n<li>Work with families to evaluate case plans and determine priorities to bring children home.</li>\n<li>Advocate for meaningful contact between parents/caregivers and children to improve the relationship and strengthen the family bond.</li>\n<li>Establish effective working relationships with collaterals and parents/caregivers to support the reunification process.</li>\n<li>Attend Birth Helper gatherings to maintain a strong presence to advance and promote the work in progress at the First Nations Family Advocate Office</li>\n<li>Maintain up to date records of client files in the database.</li>\n<li>Adherence to office policies and procedures, and confidentiality; and</li>\n<li>Mentor and provide guidance to new and/or existing staff</li>\n<li>Follow the guiding principles of the 7 Sacred Teachings</li>\n<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">QUALIFICATIONS</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Arts Diploma. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.</li>\n<li>Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in the Manitoba Child and Family Services system.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>First Nations Doula Training. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of First Nations cultural and traditional parenting practices.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare system and health services.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong knowledge of the Child and Family Services system, policies, laws and regulations, standards and recent legal and regulatory developments.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent verbal, written and inter-personal communication skills.</li>\n<li>Ability to establish trusting and supportive relationships.</li>\n<li>Experience developing and facilitating workshops.</li>\n<li>Demonstrate problem solving, time management and organizational skills.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of First Nation people and communities.</li>\n<li>Fluency in First Nation language an asset.</li>\n<li>Proficient use of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and Outlook.</li>\n<li>Adhere to AMC policies and procedures with specific attention to attendance and professional ethics; and</li>\n<li>Possess a valid Class 5F Driver’s License and vehicle, ability to work flexible hours, and travel on request.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check, and Clear Child Abuse Checks</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p>   Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the position title and quote competition number applying for, qualifications, and resume, along with 3 professional reference listings (including a most recent employer reference) to:</p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Human Resources</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3</span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(224, 62, 45); font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Quote Competition # 2026-044 in your application.</span></span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">For best results, submit your application to BambooHR</span></p>\n<p><span><a href=\"https://manitobachiefs.com/about/job-opportunities/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https://manitobachiefs.com/about/job-opportunities/</a></span></p>\n<p>                                                                                                                       </p>\n<p>We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. 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