Indigenous Family Advocacy Specialist
Job in
Hamilton, Ontario, L8E 0E5, Canada
Listed on 2026-11-04
Listing for:
Sagamok Anishnawbek
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-11-04
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Child Protection, Human Services/ Social Work
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Support Anishnawbek families with advocacy, negotiation, and culturally respectful case planning. Work directly with families, legal partners, and child welfare authorities.
This Band Representative role serves Sagamok Anishnawbek children and families through the Child and Family Advocacy Unit. You will strengthen plans of care, explain rights, and connect families with services. The work centres culture, community, family connections, and respectful support.
Key Responsibilities:- Strengthen family plans of care with culturally appropriate supports
- Explain case rights and developments to families
- Participate in conferences, circles, and dispute resolution
- Liaise with agencies, lawyers, and community providers
- Support Koognaasewin and child wellbeing approaches
- Two years’ experience in child welfare or related enforcement
- Knowledge of Anishnawbek history, teachings, language, and values
- Experience with family law, courts, or legal services
- Relationship-building, negotiation, and confidential information skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet, and email proficiency
Use culturally grounded advocacy, relationship-building, and case planning skills to support Sagamok Anishnawbek children and families.
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