Child Wellbeing Manager

Position Summary:

Wasauksing First Nation is accepting applications for a Child Wellbeing Manager. The Child Wellbeing Manager represents and protects the collective best interests of Wasauksing First Nation children, youth, and families. This person ensures a culturally appropriate disposition of all matters before the court, investigations, and voluntary service agreements. The Child and Family Services Manager manages and directs the operations of these programs:  the Representative Services program staff, Prevention Services program staff, Jordan’s Principle program staff and the Cultural Coordinator.

The Child and Family Services Manager is a highly motivated individual with exceptional advocacy skills, possessing exceptional knowledge of the Child and Youth Family Services Act (CYFSA-Ontario) and its application for the First Nation and its members.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees and manages the supervision, guidance, and case management of Wasauksing First Nation's Representative Services.


• Oversees and manages prevention support services for Wasauksing First Nation membership, community members, and affiliated families.


• Monitors government policies and legislation.


• Fosters exceptional knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act and the Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit, and Metis children, youth, and families.


• Administration of the Wasauksing First Nation Representative Services Program and the Prevention Services Program budget.


• Recommends policy positions on child welfare issues, the Wasauksing First Nation Representative Services program, the Prevention Services program, and policies for Wasauksing First Nation.


• Perform other duties as necessary.


• Adheres to all policies and procedures of Wasauksing First Nation and any other relevant policies and procedures from external agencies and partners.


• Establish protocols and active working relationships with all Child and Family Services and Child Welfare agencies engaged with Wasauksing First Nation members.


• Adhere to all policies and procedures of Wasauksing First Nation and any other relevant policies and procedures from external agencies and partners


• Perform other duties within the scope of the position as assigned by the Manager Or Supervisor

Education & Experience:

• Minimum post-secondary graduate degree in Social Work, Social Science, or a related field


• In good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or other applicable governing bodies is an asset


• Minimum five years of experience working with a First Nation community in the social services field, with two years in a managerial role.


• Direct experience working with Indigenous families, youth and children.


• Ability to speak, read and understand Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway Language) is an asset.

Other Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License and reliable personal vehicle


• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.


• Available for on-call after hours and during weekends as required.


• Ability to travel is required, and to travel with minimal notice.


• This position requires the individual to work with various families, youth, and children. To protect children, youth and vulnerable persons, Wasauksing First Nation requires individuals to provide a vulnerable sector check.

Applications must be received no later than Friday, August 29, 2025 @ 4:00 pm