Who We Are
The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, Mikisew Group, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.
Who You Are
Mikisew Cree is currently looking for an Executive Director to work full-time, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with on-call availability. The successful candidate will work closely with the Board of Directors and be responsible for the overall management of the Child & Family Services program, which includes Prevention, Intervention, Family Enhancement, Kinship, and Foster Care. The Executive Director will also oversee the financial management of the program and collaborate with Mikisew Chief and Council, the Board of Directors, Elders, Alberta Government Liaison’s, and Indigenous Services Canada. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Indigenous cultures and traditions, with the ability to work collaboratively with community members and external partners.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Excellent communication skills with management team, staff, Board of Directors, Administrator, Chief and Council, Federal/Provincial government representatives, staff and various programs/vendors to provide quality service delivery
- Knowledgeable and a working understanding of the Child Youth Family Enhancement Act and Manual as well as other legislation within the scope of Children Services,
- Administers, monitors, and evaluates the effective delivery and complementation of the Mikisew Cree First Nation CFS Program
- Recruits and supervises the child and family services team
- Manages the financial responsibilities to ensure appropriate administration of the child and family services budget
- Performs the duties of a ‘director’ under the Child, Youth & Family Enhancement Act
- Acts as the liaison between the Mikisew CFS, the Mikisew membership, the relevant federal and provincial government departments and other agencies as required.
- The Director of Child and Family Services is a key team member and may be asked to carry out other duties and activities related to the effectiveness and the successful implementation of the child and family services program.
- Perform all duties in a manner consistent with Mikisew Cree First Nation Mission/Vision Statement
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Master of Social Work or bachelor’s with minimum 10 years experience working in Children Services
- Current Children Services Delegation or ability to attain training
- Current Alberta College of Social Work Registration (ACSW)
- Minimum of five (5) years Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA) Services experience
- Must respect Mikisew Cree Traditional Language and Culture
- Must have knowledge of community resources and ability to work with community partners at all levels
- Must always maintain professional ethical conduct
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Valid class five (5) Driver’s Licence.
- Willingness to submit to an oath of confidentiality.
- Successful Completion of Criminal Record Check.
All applications will be reviewed, although only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Mikisew Cree First Nation is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Final candidates for this position will be required to complete a security screening, which includes a criminal background check.
kinanâskomitin (Thank you) for your interest.