Alternative Care Recruiter

NOGDAWINDAMIN Family and Community Services, a designated Aboriginal Child Welfare Agency under the Child Youth and Family Services Act serving member First Nations situated between Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury is seeking to hire a:

FULL-TIME CONTRACT TO JULY 15, 2022
ALTERNATIVE CARE RECRUITER

LOCATION: SAULT STE. MARIE
Starting Salary: $54,223.00

Proposed Interview Date: February 7, 2022

Job Summary

The Alternative Care Recruiter is responsible for actively recruiting Anishnawbek alternative care families by developing and implementing a structured and defined recruitment and retention plan that is culturally appropriate and meets Ministry Regulations for children who are in need of a safe and secure home environment. The Alternative Care Recruiter will be responsible to complete home assessment studies for potential Alternative Care Providers and provide training to the approved Alternative Care Providers.The Alternative Care Recruiter functions within legislative requirements, regulations, policies and procedures and the Mission, Beliefs and Vision of the Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services and contributes to the accomplishment of the strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Preferred university degree in Human or Social Services;
• A college diploma in the Human Services field is required;
• Two years’ experience providing direct service to children and families is required;
• Experience working with Aboriginal people, organizations and communities

Other Requirements

• Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
• Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is a definite asset
• Must provide a Criminal Records Check deemed satisfactory by the employer
• Must have a Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s Licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel
• Must have $1M automobile insurance coverage
• Proof of full vaccination for Covid-19 is a requirement of this position unless due to a medical, disability or religious exemption.

Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services has been in operation for over 25 years. We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process.

JOIN A GROWING AND DYNAMIC ORGANIZATION OFFERING REWARDING CAREERS, COMPETITIVE SALARIES, BENEFITS, PENSION AND A GREAT WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE.

Please submit a job related resume and cover letter along with three work related references by:
January 31, 2022 – 4:00 pm

Hiring Committee
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services
210B Gran Street, Batchewana First Nation, ON P6A 0C4
FAX (705) 946-3717 Email: hr@nog.ca

Preference will be given to Anishnawbek applicants.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
A full job description is located on our website at www.nog.ca