Child Care Workers oversee services to children who are in the care of Tikinagan. The work of Child Care Workers is guided by our Mamow Obiki-ahwahsoowin Service Model – everyone working together to raise our children.

Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug has passed its own Family Law which is planned to come into effect in January 2022 bringing service to families under Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug Law instead of provincial law. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a team serving families under KI’s Family Law model. KI will be one of the first First Nations to exercise its inherent responsibility to ensure the well-being of children and families with their own laws and their own service delivery. This position is scheduled for secondment to Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug in January 2022 and eventually for transfer to employment directly by KI.

Duties until KI Law comes into effect include, but are not limited to:

Develop a trusting relationship with children in care through regular visits and contact.

Assess their needs and develop a plan of care for each child in care, working with the child, foster parents, local service providers, Chief and Council and others as appropriate.

Arrange or provide services to meet the needs of children in care.

Keep the Supervisor informed of key issues and serious occurrences.

Complete case notes on all case activities, and maintain up to date documentation for children care files.

Participate in training on the KI Family Law model, policies and procedures and learn new role under the KI Family Law.

Duties after the KI Law comes into effect will be outlined in new job descriptions currently under development

Qualifications Desired:

Interest in working with children and youth. Experience with raising a family, working with children, or being a part of community life in small remote communities.

Interest in learning new skills. On the job training will be provided. Education/experience in social services or child welfare is an asset, but not required

Knowledge of and lived experience with the Aboriginal culture, including land-based activities, spiritual understanding, importance of Elders, etc

Basic verbal and written communication skills and personal time management

Ability to speak Ojicree or Ojibway is a very strong asset, but not required

Professional integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality is essential

Computer experience is an asset, but not required

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel

Successful applicant will be required to provide verification of both Covid-19 vaccinations