The Direct Services Supervisor provides leadership to a team of staff. The Direct Services Supervisor supervises unit staff and is responsible to direct the operation of the unit and oversee the services provided in the community. The work of Direct Services Supervisors and all our staff is guided by our Mamow Obiki-ahwahsoowin Service Model – everyone working together to raise our children.

Qualifications:

- This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Persons of First Nations Ancestry will be given preference. We invite applicants to Self-Identify if Indigenous, Metis or Inuit.
- Interest in helping families and learning new skills.
- Understanding of Indigenous culture and of the geographic realities and social conditions within.
- Previous child welfare experience, and ability to work effectively with families and children is preferred.




- Beginning leadership and supervisory skills, and an ability to work effectively with frontline workers who have a variety of educational and experiential backgrounds.
- Education or training in social services is an asset. Must be willing to take the Child Welfare Professional Training program OR must be an authorized child protection worker.
- Understanding of the Child and Family Services Act is an asset.
- Ability to speak Oji-Cree or Ojibway is an asset.
- Good verbal, written, and organizational skills.
- Problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Valid driver’s license or willingness to obtain one.
- No Work from home Available
- No Relocation Assistance Available

📌 Direct Services Supervisor – Intake – Competition # 2026-S (Sioux Lookout)
🏢 Tikinagan Child & Family Services
📍 Sioux Lookout