First Nation Representative (4 Positions)

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Nakiiwin Azheyaaksin
Employment Opportunity
First Nation Representatives

Wiikwemkoong Child and Family Services is seeking (4) qualified individuals to fill the position of First Nation
Representatives. Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (WUT) Child and Family Services oversees and advocates for child and
family matters by following the principals and ethics of Wiikwemkoong’s Gchi Naaknigewin, Wiikwemkoong’s Children’s
Bill of Rights and Wiikwemkoong Community Standards. This will ensure the services are culturally appropriate to support
the community’s children and families in alignment with Anishnaabe values and practices. The First Nation Representative
will report directly to the Supervisor – First Nation Representative Services.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• The First Nation Representative is responsible for representing the First Nation’s interests in child welfare
matters by providing culturally grounded, child-focused, and family-centered services.
• This role involves conducting child protection investigations, assessing risk and safety, supporting families
through case planning and reunification efforts, and ensuring compliance with provincial child welfare legislation
and court requirements.
• Provide ongoing support to children and youth in care, coordinates services to meet their physical, emotional,
cultural, and spiritual needs, and work collaboratively with families, community partners, and service providers.
• Participate in case reviews, family conferences, and alternative dispute resolution processes, maintains accurate
and confidential records, prepares legal and administrative documentation, and contributes to team-based
service delivery.
• Ongoing professional development, ethical practice, and respectful relationship-building are integral to this role.

REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related social services field.
• Minimum four (4) years’ experience working with children, youth, and families in a social service setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices, with familiarity with services
in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills to effectively engage diverse families.
• Ability to manage multiple cases independently while working collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience using case management systems (Caseworks preferred).
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and flexibility to work evenings or weekends as required.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, cultural safety, and professionalism.
• Must be able to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Salary: $83,851 Grade 8, Step 1
Posting: September 16, 2026
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Interested applicants are asked to submit a letter of application, current resume, copies of applicable
diplomas or certificates and contact information from three work-related references including current
Supervisor.
Confidential: – First Nation Representatives – Child and Family Services
Box 112 19A Complex Drive
Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve
Wiikwemkoong ON P0P 2J0
hr@wiikwemkoong.ca
Note: Incomplete packages and late submissions will not be reviewed. Please submit copies as there is no return of
submissions. We thank all those that apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.