YOUNG ADULT SUPPORTS SUPERVISOR

Metis Child, Family and Community Services•Winnipeg, MB

6d•CA$41 - CA$56•Onsite

About The Position

Métis Child, Family & Community Services (MCFCS) Agency is a mandated child and family services agency with the responsibility to administer and manage culturally appropriate community-based child protection and support services for Métis and Inuit people in Manitoba. We have launched and expanded on some very important initiatives that have benefited those who need assistance to be able to move forward in their lives in a better, healthier way. Come join our progressive agency to work alongside families. The Young Adult Supports Supervisor is responsible for the development and maintenance of programming directed at mentoring and coaching youth and young adults to practice and achieve the life skills, education and employment required to live successfully on their own. This role is accomplished within the framework of the Mazoun independent living program partnering with Rapid Services staff and the supervision of the Metis Spirit Workers and other agency workers. This position requires a highly motivated, energetic person who will ensure that youth and young adults are receiving quality cultural and supportive services. It is the responsibility of every position to provide, where requested culturally relevant service or assist with access to such service.

Requirements

BSW plus five years of direct child welfare experience OR Post-secondary degree in social services, Youth and Child Care Development, or Applied Counseling plus seven years of direct child welfare experience
3+ years’ experience in working with youth and young adults in a social service capacity in a cultural aspect.
Experience in facilitating/conducting supportive groups.
Familiarity of community resources available to youth and young adults, including MMF programs and services available
Experience and knowledge of indigenous culture and relevant practices, events, activities and traditions.
Experience in writing program, funding proposals and reporting.
Ability to support youth and young adults about traditional practices and their cultural significance.
Demonstrated understanding of Metis culture and communities
Familiarity with the “Strength Based Focused” approach
Capacity to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to develop collateral relationships with internal and external partners to deliver programming and supports
Working knowledge of all programs such as: Employment and Income Assistance, Housing, Employment Agencies, Educational Institutions and Employers to make appropriate referrals
Computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Ability to maintain highly sensitive and confidential information
Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment
Ability to lead program development
Crisis intervention skills/techniques
Satisfactory results of a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, a Child Abuse Registry Check, Prior Contact Check
A valid Manitoba driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle

Nice To Haves

Other degrees and experience may be considered
RSW is an asset
Current non-violent crisis intervention, ASIST, First Aid and CPR be an asset.

Responsibilities

Development and maintenance of programming directed at mentoring and coaching youth and young adults to practice and achieve the life skills, education and employment required to live successfully on their own.
Partnering with Rapid Services staff and the supervision of the Metis Spirit Workers and other agency workers.
Ensuring that youth and young adults are receiving quality cultural and supportive services.
Providing, where requested, culturally relevant service or assisting with access to such service.