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Position: Band Representative Manager Reporting to: Director of Community and Social ServicesTerm: Permanent Full-Time Division: Community and Social ServicesSalary: Competitive salary rangeHours: 40 hours per week, 8:30a.m. – 4:30p.m., Monday – Friday, flexible to work some evenings and weekends Posting Date: July 28, 2024 Closing Date: July 11, 2024 at 4:30p.m. JOB SUMMARY: The Band Representative Manager represents the Oneida Nation of the Thames’ interest in Child, Youth & Family Services Act and any other relevant legislation relating to the provisions of Child and Family Services/Protective Services and proceedings throughout Canada and the United States.This position ensures a culturally relevant disposition is completed for all cases and exercises our right as a First Nations community to enter negotiations for the provisions of the Oneida Nation of the Thames Band Representative program.The Band Representative Manager will be the direct supervisor for the Band Representative program staff and ensure staff are trained, evaluated, and maintain adequate case management practices.
QUALIFICATIONS:Law Degree (LLB) or Juris Doctor (J.D.).Licensed to practice Law in Ontario.A member of a recognized Law Society in Canada in good standing.2 years management experience in child welfare protection or a social service agency.5 years’ experience working in relation to Family Law court proceedings and court systems within a First Nation community.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Excellent organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.Familiar with the Oneida Nation of the Thames political structure and programs/services to community members.Valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s License and use of company vehicle required.
MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION: A cover letter must be included with your application addressing the qualifications outlined above.Resume. REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:The successful candidate must submit a recent Vulnerable Sector CPIC/VSC (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.The successful candidate must submit a copy of a valid Class “G” Ontario driver’s license and recent driver’s abstract (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.). Submit all mandatory documentation to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca. Late applications will not be accepted.All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested.Only those selected for interview will be contacted.A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred.Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources. To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.