Family Support Coordinator Competition 2025-115

Competition #2025-115

Full-Time Permanent

Closing Date: November 7 2025

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Director of Children and Families the Family Support Coordinator will be responsible for supporting staff in promoting family well-being developing culturally appropriate tools and resources and facilitating workshops and initiatives that strengthen families and build healthy relationships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide guidance and one-on-one support to Family Engagement Workers Outreach Mino Bimaadiziwin and the Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator to strengthen the delivery of services.
• Support staff in connecting families to appropriate external resources to meet their spiritual mental physical and emotional needs.
• Develop culturally relevant tools and resources that promote family wellness strengthen parenting and build healthy relationships.
• Assist in the design facilitation and evaluation of First Nations-focused workshops and initiatives.
• Prepare and manage budgets for workshop development including tracking costs and ensuring resources are used effectively.
• Collaborate with Elders Knowledge Keepers and community partners to ensure cultural integrity.
• Facilitate workshops events and educational sessions.
• Work with the Advocacy Coordinator to monitor how services are being delivered to ensure that families receive the high-quality services.
• Build and maintain respectful relationships with First Nations organizations and partners.
• Attend community gatherings ceremonies and meetings as appropriate.
• Track and monitor overall program budgets prepare reports and assist with grant applications and funding proposals.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation and reporting; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Lived experience as an First Nations person is strongly encouraged
• Post-secondary education in Indigenous Studies Social Work Education or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in community engagement or program coordination
• Strong knowledge of First Nations cultures protocols and languages (an asset)
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office software Word Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent communication facilitation and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse settings

Assets & Considerations

• Fluency in an Indigenous language (e.g. Cree Ojibwe Dakota)
• Experience working with Elders and Knowledge Keepers
• Understanding of trauma-informed and culturally safe practices

Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the competition number position applying for qualifications and resume along with three professional references (including a most recent employer reference) by 4:00 p.m. November 7 2025 to:

Human Resources Department

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

14th Floor 275 Portage Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba R3B 2B3

Quote Competition #2025-115 in your application.

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thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

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.

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Senior IC