Jordan's Principle Advocate/Support Worker - Competition 2026-071

EUTC

Full time Term

Closing Date: August 14, 2026

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Eagle Urban Transition Centre’s Director of Service Delivery, the

Jordan’s Principle Advocate/Support Worker must have wide range of knowledge and experience working in, and with, the First Nations children, youth and families. The Jordan’s

Principle Advocate/Support Worker must be able to work both independently and within a team environment to support in providing resources and referrals on behalf of First Nations.

Key Responsibilities

- Support and assist clients and families in establishing a process for resolution of concerns and referral to key contacts (federal, provincial) or external as appropriate.
- Communicates to the clients/families the rationale for health care specific interventions,

plans and learning needs and how they will be met.

- Involves the clients/families in developing the care and support plan.
- Communicates to the clients/families, as necessary, referral information that will be given to appropriate community organizations.
- Collaborates with and make referrals to appropriate service providers and or programs for resolution of issues of concern.
- Maintain confidentiality according to PHIA standards.
- Maintain confidentiality in preparing, opening and closing, a case file for clients.
- Consult, collaborate, and provide reports and data to Eagle Urban Transition Centre’s

Jordan’s Principle Project Coordinator.

- Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

- Post-Secondary degree in Social Work or equivalent training/certification.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience working in the child welfare system,

working with First Nation individuals with complex medical conditions, disabilities and may be considered.





- Should be knowledgeable in the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) structure and adhere to the policies.
- Excellent verbal, listening, written and inter-personal communication skills.
- Ability to work closely with health care executives and professionals, senior levels of government and community members.
- Experience working effectively with First Nation individuals, communities, and traditional knowledge systems as well as understanding First Nation health issues.
- Knowledge and familiarity of the programs and resources available to First Nations citizens and communities, on and off Reserve, including special needs and disability service&
- Knowledge and respect of the culture, traditions, attitudes, and conditions of the First

Nation families, children and the communities.

- Experience in using Client Centered Case Management as a service delivery tool.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive, compassionate and effective work relationships with co-workers, clients, and external agencies.
- Demonstrates problem solving and organizational skills.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
- Knowledge of First Nations culture and fluent in a First Nations language would be an asset.
- Ability to function effectively as a team member.
- Adhere to AMC policies, and procedures with specific attention to attendance, and professional ethics.
- Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
- Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Clear Child Abuse Checks.

Preference will be given to First Nations people. If successful, applicants will be asked to verify citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or government‑issued documentation or affirmation from the Inuit, Métis, or non‑status Indigenous community with which they identify.

📌 Jordan's Principle Advocate/Support Worker Competition 2026-071 (Winnipeg)
🏢 Manitoba Chiefs
📍 Winnipeg