EO-NO-Band Representative

Position: EO-NO-94 Band Representative
Location: Nipissing North (Callander)

The Band Representative will be responsible to:

Assist with the development of a program structure for Henvey Inlet First Nation in collaboration with the Band Representative Team

Assist with the establishment of a Child Welfare Committee and collaboratively develop Henvey Inlet First Nation child welfare laws, regulations and practices

Provide support services to Henvey Inlet First Nation members that are currently or may be involved with child welfare agencies

Establish and develop an active working relationship with all child welfare agencies throughout Canada

Respond to all child welfare agencies when notified of any members being involved with their agency

Behave in a professional manner when acting as a representative of Henvey Inlet First Nation

Develop a plan of care for HIFN members and ensure that a legal representative is aware of all court files as necessary

Ensure that customary care is practiced with all band members before court is considered

Participate in all Service Plans, Plans of care or Service Development for Henvey Inlet band members

Assist with the development of BCR’s as needed with full briefing notes for Chief and Council

Review CCAs prior to seeking Chief and Council’s approval for BCRs

Present in-camera sessions with a report to Chief and Council monthly or when required

Build and maintain trusting and supportive client relations

Attend all court proceedings related to band member child welfare cases as required

Act as a representative of Chief and Council when they are unable to attend courtroom proceedings for child welfare cases

Present information and documents to the courts on behalf of Chief and Council for child welfare cases

Act as a support system to band members required to attend child welfare court proceedings

Maintain an empathetic and supportive demeanor to band members and their families

Liaise with Chief and Council regarding court proceedings and outcomes

Maintain a log of activities that are participated in on behalf of the band

Create and maintain a secure filing system with gathered information on all our members with open files with each child welfare agency throughout Canada in accordance with PIPEDA regulations

Maintain strict confidentiality at all times

Adhere to all HIFN Policies and Procedures

Take interest in continuous learning and maintain up-to-date knowledge on current industry regulations, trends and practices

Participate in mandatory training workshops as required

Attend and actively participate in staff and community meetings

Perform other duties as assigned from time-to-time by the Band Representative Lead, Director of Finance/Administration or Chief and Council