Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, (NCFST) strives to provide a life of quality, well-being, caring and healing for our children and families in the Toronto Indigenous Community. We do this by creating a service model that is culture-based and respects the values of Native people, the extended family, and the right to self-determination and through the integration of holistic, culturally based prevention services that are child centered, family focused, and community driven.

At Native Child, we are guided by our purpose: Honoring Our Roots, Embracing Our Future. We are inspired to be and do our best, recognizing the profound impact we have on our communities, our people, and our shared heritage. Our commitment to preserving and celebrating Indigenous culture drives us to be a leading force in our region. Here, you are welcomed into an inclusive and supportive environment that values each individual's contributions and fosters collective success.

Why You’ll Love It At Native Child

• Competitive Benefits Package, tailored to meet your needs, including health and dental coverage, life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Retirement and Savings Plan that provides you with the opportunity to build and add value to your savings.
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your professional growth.
• Maternity leave top-up
• Generous Paid Vacation and Days-off
• A Culturally rounded environment celebrating our roots

Position Summary:

• Work on an ongoing basis with John Howard Society, probation and parole, the justice system and other PAR providing agencies.

• Respond to specific deliverables as identified in the MAG work plan that relate to coordination and delivery of PAR programming

• Deliver group and individual court mandated programming in a culturally-based and appropriate manner

• Perform ongoing processing of PAR referrals and intakes from both the Probation system as well as within the E I court in accordance with all internal and external timelines.

• Complete Intake interviews, referrals and track each individual’s progress in NCFST’s computer system.

• Maintain ongoing accurate record keeping i.e. statistical forms, intake assessment and client files.

• Participate in Family Violence related committees (internal and external).

• Communicate issues, trends and questions related to PAR to Supervisor CMT in a timely fashion, while prioritizing safety concerns.

• Facilitate creation of service plans and case coordination

• Refer clients to services as needed including services to meet client’s cultural needs

• Participate actively as a team member in program delivery by providing support and consultation to colleagues, identifying gaps in service and recommending solutions, participating in meetings, planning and evaluation initiatives, committees, events and activities; orienting new staff

• Maintain and update files

• Maintain knowledge of resources available in the area community

• Flexibility to work up to two evenings per week is required

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

• Strong understanding and practice of Indigenous approaches to healing, including land- based practices and cultural knowledge

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) from an accredited university and at least one (1) year of direct experience facilitating groups/circles, or a combination of work and community experience

• Clinical Skills in working with adults, who have experienced trauma and/or who have behaved violently.

• Strong Administrative Skills and ability to manage multiple timelines.

• Excellent Time management.

• Certification in, or experience with, crisis de-escalation practices

• Pass a Police records check (Vulnerable Sector)

• 1 year of experience working in Indigenous communities and/or Indigenous social service organizations.

• Demonstrated understanding, and commitment to, integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Mission and values into practice, service and relationships.

• Demonstrated understanding of workplace Health and Safety practices and understanding of an employee’s responsibility under current legislation.

• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, to maintain effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity and build strong internal relationships.

About Native Child and Family Services of Toronto:

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto strives to provide a life of quality, well-being, caring and healing for our children and families in the Toronto Indigenous Community. We do this by creating a service model that is culture-based and respects the values of Native people, the extended family, and the right to self-determination and through the integration of holistic, culturally based prevention services that are child centred, family focused, and community driven.