Jordan's Principle Advocate/Support Worker (3 positions) - EUTC - Competition 2026-092

Jordan's Principle Advocate/Support Worker - Competition 2026-092

Full-Time Term

3 positions

Closing Date: September 25, 2026

Position Summary

• Under the direction of the Eagle Urban Transition Centre’s Director of Service Delivery, the
• Jordan’s Principle Advocate/Support Worker must have wide range of knowledge and
• experience working in, and with, the First Nations children, youth and families. The Jordan’s
• Principle Advocate/Support Worker must be able to work both independently and within a
• team environment to support in providing resources and referrals on behalf of First Nations.

Key Responsibilities

• •Support and assist clients and families in establishing a process for resolution of concerns
• and referral to key contacts (federal, provincial) or external as appropriate.
• •Communicates to the clients/families the rationale for health care specific interventions,
• plans and learning needs and how they will be met.
• •Involves the clients/families in developing the care and support plan.
• •Communicates to the clients/families, as necessary, referral information that will be given
• to appropriate community organizations.
• •Collaborates with and make referrals to appropriate service providers and or programs for
• resolution of issues of concern.
• •Maintain confidentiality according to PHIA standards.
• •Maintain confidentiality in preparing, opening and closing, a case file for clients.
• •Consult, collaborate, and provide reports and data to Eagle Urban Transition Centre’s
• Jordan’s Principle Project Coordinator.
• •Other duties as assigned.

• QUALIFICATIONS
• Education & Experience

• •Post-Secondary degree in Social Work or equivalent training/certification.
• •Equivalent combination of education and experience working in the child welfare system,
• working with First Nation individuals with complex medical conditions, disabilities and may
• be considered.
• •Should be knowledgeable in the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) structure and
• adhere to the policies.
• •Excellent verbal, listening, written and inter-personal communication skills.
• •Ability to work closely with health care executives and professionals, senior levels of
• government and community members.
• •Experience working effectively with First Nation individuals, communities, and traditional
• knowledge systems as well as understanding First Nation health issues.
• •Knowledge and familiarity of the programs and resources available to First Nations
• citizens and communities, on and off Reserve, including special needs and disability
• service&
• •Knowledge and respect of the culture, traditions, attitudes, and conditions of the First
• Nation families, children and the communities.
• •Experience in using Client Centered Case Management as a service delivery tool.
• •Ability to establish and maintain positive, compassionate and effective work relationships
• with co-workers, clients, and external agencies.
• •Demonstrates problem solving and organizational skills.
• •Ability to use Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• •Excellent time management skills.
• •Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
• •Knowledge of First Nations culture and fluent in a First Nations language would be an
• asset.
• •Ability to function effectively as a team member.
• •Adhere to AMC policies, and procedures with specific attention to attendance, and
• professional ethics.
• •Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
• •Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Clear Child Abuse Checks.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the position title and quote competition number applying for, qualifications, and resume, along with 3 professional reference listings (include a most recent employer reference) to:

Human Resources

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3

Quote Competition # 2026-092 in your application.

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

Preference will be given to First Nations people. If successful, applicants will be asked to verify citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or government-issued documentation or affirmation from the Inuit, Métis, or non-status Indigenous community with which they identify.

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