Ontario Disability Support Program Case Worker ODSP - Deggaabwit
Ontario Disability Support Program Case Worker ODSP - Deggaabwit
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$ 50000 - 54000
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Mamaweswen The North Shore Tribal Council
NIIGAANIIN SERVICES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
NIIGAANIIN DEGGAABWIT (Ontario Disability Support Program Caseworker)
Job Type: Full Time including Benefits and Pension
Location: Garden River First Nation
Hours of Work: Standard Days; includes occasional evenings and weekends 37.5 hours/ wk)
Annual Salary Range: $50000 $54000
Are you seeking dynamic team and are passionate about supporting community members in social services!
We are looking for an individual to join our Niigaaniin Team in Garden River First Nation providing the full Ontario Disability Support Program. If you are an out of the box thinker with a proven track record of working with Indigenous people in social services then you need to apply and join our Niigaaniin Team!
A. PURPOSE AND SCOPE
Under the direction of the Deggaabwit Manager and Director of Niigaaniin Services the Deggaabwit performs a wide variety of duties using a case management approach to deliver the Ontario Disability Support Program including maintaining eligibility for income and employment supports.
Requirements:
- It is preferred for the applicant to be a registered band member of the First Nations serviced by Niigaaniin Services including Batchewana First Nation Garden River First Nation Thessalon First Nation Mississauga First Nation Serpent River First Nation Sagamok Anishnawbek Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and Wahnapitae First Nation
- Will have a college diploma and/or a university degree in social work OR a minimum of five years work experience in social assistance;
- Superior oral and written communication skills excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fastpaced environment
- Must be Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Applications Word Excel Power Point Outlook and internet and other computer applications as applicable
- Must have a clear Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Peoples Sector Check applicable to the responsibilities of this position and
- Drivers license and access to a vehicle would be considered and asset.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge and understanding of Anishnaabemowin culture and traditions of Indigenous people of the Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin
- Knowledge of ODSP legislation regulations policy procedures and funding arrangements would be an asset
- Knowledge of barriers faced by people with disabilities
- Knowledge of community resources and services available to assist community members with disabilities with emergencies supports and employment opportunities
- Familiar with community services networks and knowledge the Niigaaniin Services would be an asset
- Ability to work in a performancebased system with a proven track record of meeting targets and outcomes is essential
- Ability to provide excellent customer / community services to community members accessing services
- Ability to resolve conflict using problem solving and supportive approaches
- Interpersonal skills to effectively work with diverse populations as well as coworkers
- Communication skills to effectively case manage both online and in person
- Time management skills to ensure tasks cases are up to date
- Ability to learn new skills and softwares
- Requires minimum supervision able to work independently and maintains a supportive and cooperative environment with colleagues and the communities
- All candidates must be able to work with a diverse population and
- Effective listening skills to determine community members needs and make appropriate referrals.
Application Deadline Friday April 4 2025 at 12:00 pm
Apply Online: Tarini Human Resource Manager H.B Comm CHRP CIHRP
Mamaweswen The North Shore Tribal Council; Niigaaniin Services
A full job description is available upon requestPlease email
Mamaweswen The North Shore Tribal Council would like to say Miigwech to all that apply.
Only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
***Miigwech***
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
