Northern Care Case Manager

Position: Northern Care Case Manager - Competition #2026-24

Conditions: Full-Time Permanent

Department: Northern Care Program

Location: In Community and Winnipeg

Closing Date: Open until filled

Salary Range: TBD depending on experience and education

Shawenim Abinoojii is a non-profitservice provider and Southeast First Nations-led organization. We offercomprehensive benefits a rewarding work environment and opportunities tochallenge yourself apply your skillset and be a part of a unique First Nations-ledservice model.

BENEFITS:

ü Competitivesalary

ü Personalleave days and paid sick time

ü Employer-matchedPension plan

ü Comprehensivehealth and dental benefits package

ü On-siteparking

ü Paidprofessional development

OVERVIEW:

Reportingto the Northern Care Supervisor the Northern Care Case Manager is responsiblefor providing in-depth Case Management services ensuring quality assurancemeasures are followed conducting licensing practices offering guidance &support for families children & communities in the Northern Care percent (50%) of work time will be spent in Community on a rotation.

KEYRESPONSIBILITIES:

Providing extensive CaseManagement Services to House Parents & homes in the Northern Care ProgramsHouse Parents homes located in the 8 Southeast First Nations.

The Case Manager isresponsible for planning for & overseeing day-to-day operations of thehomes to ensure the needs of the children placed in the home are being met.

Overseeing licensing dutiesof Northern Care Program homes.

Recruitment screeninginitial assessments & interviews of potential House Parents.

Ensuring proper checks& paperwork is completed for licensing.

Conducting orientations forpotential/new House Parents.

Completing Places of Safety& House Parents home studies for new House Parents.

Completing annual reviewsaddendums & closures as needed for each home in a timely manner.

Conducting House Parentremovals when needed.

The Case Manager isresponsible for providing the oversight needed in the Northern Care Programhomes to ensure compliance with Foster Care Regulations & Standards.

Working closely withcolleagues within the Northern Care Program & other SAI departments toensure successful service delivery.

Establishing positive &healthy relationships with & providing support to the Northern Care ProgramHouse Parents through regular communication meetings & home visits.

Participating in crisisintervention / de-escalation mediation & de-briefing with House Parents.

Support House Parents inunderstanding & complying with Program expectations & their roles aswell as the completion of important documentation (incident reports monthlyreports etc.).

Following up &documenting concerns brought forward.

Developing House ParentCare Plans.

Consistent regular traveland overnight stays to First Nation Communities to accommodate licensing HouseParent meetings and meet with local CFS. Travel by plane boat helicopteretc. Regular travel is a requirement of this position to build relationshipswith House Parents supports families and community. Fifty percent (50%) ofwork time is spent in Community on rotation.

Be informed ofCommunity-based events promoting & supporting community engagement byensuring children & families attend local community events.

Providing regular supportguidance & mentorship to the Community Coordinators & Community staffin our 8 Southeast First Nation Communities.

Collaborating withCommunity Coordinator & Support Worker Coordinator to develop &maintain consistent schedule of Respite & Support Worker shifts.

Regular home visits at eachNorthern Care Program House Parent home.

Collaborating with SECFSDirect Services Workers & Supervisors.

Planning & preparingfor child placements & discharges.

Ensure outcomesassessments & service plans are current & up to date.

Updating & keepingdetailed case notes for all homes including clear documentation.

Developing implementing& monitoring maintenance of Northern Care Program Home Care binders.

Review monthly reports& bi-weekly file records for each home monitor for concerns or areas ofimprovement.

Review program memos &directives with House Parents/Community Coordinators.

Communicate to NorthernCare Program Supervisor the observed training needs for House Parents Support& Respite Workers.

Regular travel to Communityand overnight stays in Community is a requirement of this position.

Ability to lift and carryitems up to a minimum of 50lbs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or equivalent ispreferred.

A minimum of two (2) years experience in front lineCase Management.

Knowledge of Community Based resources & how toaccess them.

Knowledge in the areas of addictions attachmentmental health & trauma & how it impacts families.

Knowledge of the Child & Family Services (CFS)Sector & Foster Care Legislation.

Demonstrate knowledge and/or understanding ofIndigenous perspectives First Nations culture & traditional philosophies.

Strong assessment skills & experience conductinginvestigations including gathering an analyzing information to implementappropriate actions.

Experience developing & supporting a strongrespectful team-based approach to service delivery.

Demonstrate knowledgeand/or understanding of First Nations perspectives culture and philosophies.

Mustmaintain a high level of confidentiality.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Must be resourceful with a high attention to detail.

Ability to prioritize tasks and effectively managemultiple priorities.

Must have a clear child and adult abuse registrychecks criminal record check with vulnerable sector search and Prior Contact Checkrequired.

Valid drivers license and a reliable vehicle with asatisfactory driver abstract required.

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