002 - Metis Family Wellbeing Coordinator

Métis Nation of Ontario•Blind River, ON

About The Position

The Métis Family Well-Being programs mandate is to disrupt and prevent the cycle of violence against Indigenous women by developing policies and resources to support children and youth affected by violence. The strengths-based and prevention-oriented programs developed at the local level by Indigenous partners will reduce the need to bring children into care by supporting families through the least disruptive means possible. The longer term objectives of the program reflect these, including: The reduction of the number of Indigenous children and youth in the child welfare and youth justice systems by reducing the need to bring children in to care; the reduction of the occurrence of violence in families and the improvement of the overall health and well-being of communities.

Requirements

Experience working with volunteers in a non-profit environment
1 or more years’ experience in client services experience
1 or more years’ experience working with children 0-18
Proficiency with computer programs (Outlook, Excel, Work and PowerPoint)
Degree or diploma in social services
Knowledge of the Métis Nation of Ontario and programs offered
Knowledge of Indigenous programs and services
Ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision
Well-developed administrative, organizational and communication skills in order to meet deadlines
Ability to lift 11.5kg when required

Responsibilities

Ensure that Métis Family Well Being program is delivered in the spirit and philosophy of the Métis Nation of Ontario’s Statement of Prime Purpose
Determining courses of action for client-driven needs.
Facilitate client services such as home visiting, service support assessments, referrals, developing a wellness plan, and attend consultations with client.
Provide education/informing/learning through organized, facilitated or coordinated activities. Participant based activities (PBAs) are group rather than individual activities that are open to a targeted group of people within the community or the community at large.
Record client services in the Online Health and Access Tracking System (OHATS).
Maintain confidentiality at all times, and adhere to privacy legislation
Perform Administrative duties, and other duties as instructed by the Program Supervisor
Financial reporting specific to your program site and budget
Reflect Métis cultural approaches as a part of the activities and services
Participate in on-going professional development activities as time and financial resources permit
Attend training and meetings outside Métis Nation of Ontario working hours
Fulfill all other responsibilities as determined by management of Healing and Wellness Branch

Benefits

Comprehensive employer-paid health benefits
Pension plan
Generous vacation allotment
Annual paid two-week holiday closure in December
16 paid public and employer holidays
15 paid health & wellness days
Challenging, multi-disciplinary work environment that fosters learning and professional development
Substantial educational incentive to promote personal and professional growth
An opportunity to make a direct or indirect impact on the lives of the Métis Peoples across the Province
Employee Assistance Plan
Telemedicine plan
Health care spending account
Goodlife corporate membership discount
Bell Mobility's exclusive partner program
Staple's corporate discount
Dell member purchase program
Mark's corporate discount