Sacred Care Case Manager

Competition #2025-002- Repost

1 Full-Time Position

Closing Date: Open until Filled 

Shawenim Abinoojii is a non-profit service provider and Southeast First Nations-led organization. We offer comprehensive benefits, a rewarding work environment, and opportunities to challenge yourself, apply your skillset and be a part of a unique First nations-led service model.

BENEFITS:

ü  Competitive Salary

ü  Personal Leave Days and Paid Time Off

ü  Employer-Matched Pension Plan

ü  Comprehensive Benefits Package

ü  On-site parking

OVERVIEW: Reporting to the Sacred Care Program Manager, the Sacred Care Case Manager will be responsible for providing support to the Sacred Care homes. The Sacred Care Case Manager will work within a team that serves to provide comprehensive case management services within a holistic circle of care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Establish a positive relationship with foster parents, youth in the homes, and the support team primarily through regular home visits and by ongoing communication by phone and via email.

•    Conduct monthly case planning meetings in the foster homes with the assigned collaterals.

•    Complete required Foster Care Licensing and service documentation.

•    Maintain an accurate understanding of the services provided in each home and effectively communicate with the Program Manager and SECFS.

•    Collect, review and distribute monthly reports and incident reports for each home. Assess concerns, strategize solutions and support home in responding appropriately.

•    Communicate to Program Manager the observed training needs for House Parents, Support and Respite Workers, and find those training opportunities. 

•    Ensure outcomes, assessments and service plans are current and up to date.

•    Other duties as assigned.

•    Regular travel is required for this position (Winnipeg and surrounding areas)

QUALIFICATIONS:

·        BSW Degree or equivalent (similar education and experience working in the field will be considered).

·        Knowledge in the areas of colonization and intergenerational trauma.

·        Excellent conflict resolution skills.

·        Knowledge of the Child and Family Services (CFS) sector and legislation.

·        Good understanding of foster care standards and related licensing paperwork.

·        Demonstrate knowledge and/or understanding of First Nations perspectives, culture and philosophies.

·        Experience developing and supporting a strong, respectful team-based approach to service delivery.

·        Experience working with families and navigating complex situations.

·        Satisfactory Child Abuse, Criminal Record check (with Vulnerable Sector), and Prior Contact Check.

·        Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, word processing (MS Word), Spreadsheets (Excel), E-mail (Outlook) and Internet.

·        Excellent communication, organization, problem solving and team skills.

·        Ability to speak Anishinaabe is an asset.

·        Must a valid Manitoba driver’s license and a reliable vehicle with the ability to provide a clear drivers abstract.

For the best results please apply directly using the following link:

https://shawenimabinoojiiinc.easyapply.co/  

You are also welcome to apply to HR@shawenimabinoojii.org or drop your resume off at our main office located at 865 Main Street.

WE THANK ALL WHO APPLY HOWEVER ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO INTERNAL CANDIDATES, SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND SELF-DECLARED CANDIDATES (FIRST NATIONS, INUIT OR METIS).

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