Assist with the development of a program structure for Henvey Inlet First Nation in collaboration with the Band Representative Team
Assist with the establishment of a Child Welfare Committee and collaboratively develop Henvey Inlet First Nation child welfare laws, regulations and practices
Provide support services to Henvey Inlet First Nation members that are currently or may be involved with child welfare agencies
Establish and develop an active working relationship with all child welfare agencies throughout Canada
Respond to all child welfare agencies when notified of any members being involved with their agency
Behave in a qualified manner when acting as a representative of Henvey Inlet First Nation
Develop a plan of care for HIFN members and ensure that a legal representative is aware of all court files as necessary
Ensure that customary care is practiced with all band members before court is considered
Participate in all Service Plans, Plans of care or Service Development for Henvey Inlet band members
Assist with the development of BCR’s as needed with full briefing notes for Chief and Council
Review CCAs prior to seeking Chief and Council’s approval for BCRs
Present in-camera sessions with a report to Chief and Council monthly or when required
Build and maintain trusting and supportive client relations
Attend all court proceedings related to band member child welfare cases as required
Act as a representative of Chief and Council when they are unable to attend courtroom proceedings for child welfare cases
Present information and documents to the courts on behalf of Chief and Council for child welfare cases
Act as a support system to band members required to attend child welfare court proceedings
Maintain an empathetic and supportive demeanor to band members and their families
Liaise with Chief and Council regarding court proceedings and outcomes
Maintain a log of activities that are participated in on behalf of the band
Create and maintain a secure filing system with gathered information on all our members with open files with each child welfare agency throughout Canada in accordance with PIPEDA regulations
Maintain strict confidentiality at all times
Adhere to all HIFN Policies and Procedures
Take interest in continuous learning and maintain up-to-date knowledge on current industry regulations, trends and practices
Participate in mandatory training workshops as required
Attend and actively participate in staff and community meetings
Perform other duties as assigned from time-to-time by the Band Representative Lead, Director of Finance/Administration or Chief and Council