First Nation Child Welfare Advocate

Serve Sagamok Anishnawbek along Northern Ontario’s Lake Huron shore through child welfare advocacy, court work, and culturally informed family support. Travel and on-call participation are required.

As Band Representative, you will represent children and families in child welfare matters while working with Chief and Council, authorities, legal partners, and services. You will protect cultural and community connections through advocacy, documentation, and coordinated case support.

• Represent children and families before courts and partners
• Participate in case conferences and family conferences
• Promote family, community, and customary care options
• Document meetings, activities, and sensitive case information
• Provide information to leadership and Chief and Council

• Human Services, Paralegal, or related educational background
• Minimum two years’ relevant child welfare experience
• Understanding of applicable standards, legislation, and policy directives
• Ability to work respectfully with families and confidentiality
• Valid driver’s licence, vehicle, and willingness to travel

Apply legal knowledge, advocacy, and community understanding while advancing culturally respectful child and family wellbeing.