Off Reserve First Nation Child Welfare Representative

About The Mississaugas Of Scugog Island First Nation

The Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation is a strong, vibrant, and progressive Indigenous community that is approximately a 1.5-hour drive from the heart of Toronto. Located nearby to the rural community of Port Perry, MSIFN has the benefits of small-town living while having close proximity to urban areas. As part of the Anishinabek Nation and signatories to the Williams Treaties and other pre‑confederation treaties, MSIFN is extremely proud of our Indigenous culture and long history of protecting our Aboriginal and Treaty rights.

As owners of the Great Blue Heron Casino and creators of the Noozhoo Nokiiyan Economic Development Limited Partnership, MSIFN has an entrepreneurial spirit and expectation for excellence. We encourage team members to be professional, flexible, dynamic, team players, who have a self‑starting attitude and respect for all employees in the workplace. While working within clear lines of authority, MSIFN requires someone who can bring out the best in those who surround them.

We are a busy First Nation, with many capital projects and opportunities ahead. The community and workplace are led by an elected Council of 5 (a Chief and four Councillors) and a Senior Management Team led by the First Nation Manager and including Managers from Operations, Finance, Human Resources, Information Systems, Water Wastewater, and Health and Social Services. We value the hard work of our entire workforce and support them with a culture of collaboration and respect.

• Use your knowledge and understanding of Child Welfare Representative skills in representing our community's members
• Receive a competitive hourly wage of $38.66/hour ($69,356/yr. based on a 34.5 hour workweek)
• Don’t miss this chance to make a true difference to the vibrant community of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation

Currently, the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) is looking for an experienced Off Reserve First Nation Child Welfare Representative to join our community and work with our members and management team in Scugog, ON on a fixed‑term contract (12 months) basis
. The hours of this role are Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, and Friday 8:30 am – 1:00 pm. Position includes after‑hours emergency on‑call rotation.

Under the guidance of the Social Services Supervisor, the Off Reserve First Nation Child Welfare Representative (FNCWR)—appointed by the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN)—is responsible for safeguarding the interests of MSIFN in all child welfare and protection matters. This includes active participation in legal proceedings and hearings involving MSIFN children. The position requires frequent travel, approximately 50% of the time, to attend site visits and meetings, including overnight stays when necessary to support MSIFN children and families.

Flexibility is essential, as work may occur outside regular hours, including evenings, weekends, and participation in an on‑call rotation for urgent child welfare matters. Engagement will take place in diverse settings such as family homes, community spaces, and partner agency offices, reflecting a commitment to holistic and culturally grounded service delivery. The role involves handling sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of discretion and respect for MSIFN.

Working from a holistic and culturally grounded perspective, the FNCWR is a dedicated advocate with strong knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act. The role centers on protecting the collective well‑being of MSIFN children, ensuring their cultural heritage, traditions, identity, and the rights of MSIFN members are upheld and preserved throughout all child welfare processes. The Off Reserve FNCWR will also collaborate closely with other related roles to provide integrated and culturally appropriate support to MSIFN children and families.

• Support clients in accessing and utilizing a wide range of community resources, including legal aid, medical services, financial assistance, housing, employment opportunities,…