Job Description

ATIKAMEKSHENG ANISHNAWBEK

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek will thrive together as a strong and proud Nation by honouring our gifts of Anishinabemowin and the Life of the Land.

Competition Number: 2026-076

Position: Band Representative (2 Positions)

Department: Family Preservation

Employment Status: Contract – Ending March 31, 2028

Salary: $31- $42/HR – 35 Hours per Week

Location: Naughton, ON

Closing Date: November 18, 2026, at 4:00pm

**AT THIS TIME, WE WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM CURRENT INTERNAL EMPLOYEES AND BAND MEMBERS**

POSITION SCOPE:

Under the direction of the Family Well-Being Manager, the Band Representative advocates for the rights, interests, and well-being of Atikameksheng Anishnawbek children, youth, and families involved with, or at risk of involvement with, child welfare agencies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum, Post-Secondary Social Work Degree/Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of three years Social Services working experience with a First Nation's Community
• Experience working in/with Indigenous Child Welfare programs
• Must possess a valid class “G” driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle with a clean drivers abstract
• CPIC (Vulnerable Sector) will be required annually and upon employment offer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Represent and advocate for Atikameksheng children and families throughout child welfare investigations, case conferences, and service planning.
• Prepare, review, serve, and file legal documents within the scope of the position, consulting legal counsel as required.
• Participate in regular case consultations and supervision with the Family Well-Being Manager.
• Maintain complete and accurate case files, correspondence, records, and reports, ensuring their confidentiality and security.

We offer attractive benefits, opportunities for advancement and an engaging work environment. We offer a RRSP with a matched contribution at a rate 5%, EFAP program, and health and insurance coverage and benefits.

Please refer to our website: https://atikamekshenganishnawbek.ca/ for posting details.

A detailed job description is available upon request.

Please quote the Competition No. in your cover letter and resume, and submit by email to employment@wlfn.com, or by mail to:

Human Resources,

25 Reserve Rd,

Naughton, ON

P0M 2M0

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.