Job Order Detail

Description

The Meadow Lake Tribal Council is accepting applications to fill the full-time, term position of Circle Facilitator/Mentor for the Child & Family Services Department. The successful candidate will work as part of the MLTC CFS team in supporting the wraparound services that are culturally based and family focused.

Duties & Responsibilities: (include but not limited to)
Promote the philosophy of Circles, which includes confidentiality, safety, building on family strengths, inclusiveness, permanency for children, acknowledging cultural diversity, family preservation/reunification, and family and community collaborative decision-making through consultations and the provision of training and education as requested.
Coordinate and facilitate the Circle process for selected situations on referral basis or as needed.
Provide support, guidance, and safety during the Circle process to ensure the best possible outcomes for the children/youth and families involved.
Comply with traditional protocols and best practices related to Circles and advise Supervisor of any significant deviations from traditional practices.
Provide ongoing education and share knowledge about Circles to staff, caregivers, community service providers and other community members as needed.
Administrative:
Prepare and maintain regular reports, analyses and statistics as required.
Participate in the ongoing development and implementation of policies, procedures and best practices related to First Nation Circles.
Participate in the development of an overall service plan.
Act as the liaison between CFS and Advisory Councils and coordinate any and all circles as needed working with CFS staff for the best interests of child, family, and community.
Providing mentorship/guidance to staff, families, youth as needed.
Other duties as assigned and required.