Details:
DUTIES
General Activities
Depending on the case, the Designated Band Representative may undertake the following activities, as provided for by the Child and Family Services Act (BC):
• To liaise with other First Nation Band Representatives, Agencies and Legal Counsel
• Accompany Children’s Aid Service workers during investigations
• Ensure that Mamalilikulla band members are fully aware of their rights
• Support family members in their working relationships with MCFD
• Advocate for children and families; or acts as a mediator to have their concerns addressed
• Attend court as required to support the child/ren and or family members; cannot make any decisions; can only make recommendations for the child/ren
• Communicate with Chief & Council regarding children living off reserve
• Required to travel up and down Vancouver Island based on where the child/ren are living.
Band Representation:
• Represent the First Nation at Court as a Party to Child Welfare proceedings
• Prepare plans of Care, including recommendations for placement of children
• Prepare, respond to, and process legal documents as required by the BC Court rules
Case Evaluation/Development
• Compilation of all relevant case-related information and documentation
• Liaison with community service, including, but not limited to; Addiction and Mental Health Programs and visiting professionals to assess client(s) progress and suggest alternative plans if appropriate
• Coordinate Case Management Conferences with all community services involved to monitor Client’s plan of care and progress
Legal Responsibilities
• Prepare, serve and file additions or amendments to the Client’s Plan of Care
• Gather evidence, prepare arguments, produce and prepare witnesses and prepare draft orders
• Prepare for and attend settlement conferences as set out by the new Court Rules
• Oral and written presentations in court, as required
Administrative:
• Ensure client files are maintained and updated on a regular basis
• Report to the Chief and Council as directed
• Data collection, and submission of reports
Application deadline is: Friday, February 15th, 2019
SALARY:
To commence with the Mamalilikulla First Nation salary and job classification scale. Currently the MFN does not subscribe to a group benefit program.
On behalf of Chief and Council, please submit cover letter, resume and three current reference letters as well as copies of all diplomas and/or degrees to:
Sonia Roberts
Band Administrator
Mamalilikulla First Nation
1441 B 16th Avenue
Campbell River, BC
V9W 2E4
Qualifications & Experience:
Mandatory Requirements:
• A minimum, Post-Secondary Social Work Diploma or equivalent and/or Legal Services Diploma
• A minimum of two years Social Services working experience with a First Nation’s Community
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and own vehicle
• Must provide a Criminal Reference Check
• Be willing to work out of the MFN Band office in Campbell River
Additional Requirements
• Able to interpret legislation and legal documents
• Knowledge of Case Management techniques
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Strong demonstration of negotiation skills, techniques and advocacy
• Willing to work flexible hours and travel with minimal notice
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential subject matter
• Strong Computer skills with experience using word processing software
• Experience working with First Nation people
• Fully understand Customary Care
• Knowledge of our community and its practices
• Experience developing detailed plans and critical path timelines as well as managing deadlines and completing priorities
• Be able to meet all timelines as needed to meet legislation that governs our families
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to manage time well and complete administrative tasks in a timely manner
• Must have the ability to develop a Plan of Care with Form 33 applications in the court system
• Must have the ability to coordinate time management to work with numerous families at one time
• Must have the ability to provide documentation to Chief and Council when requested