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Description

The Income Assistance Administrator is responsible for administering and delivering the Income Assistance program, including Basic Needs, Initial Steps to Employment (ISE), Stabilization and Skills Development (SSD) and Special Needs in compliance with AANDC Social Programs Policy Manual to eligible clients residing on the Moosomin First Nation.  The Income Assistance Administrator is accountable to the Director of Social Development on the following:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-    Explain income support criteria and guidelines to applicants and recipients
-    Verify applicant information including family size and current income
-    Determine eligibility for support
-    Process applications
-    Provide financial assistance to an eligible individual or family unit residing on the First Nation.
-     Maintain ongoing communications with clients
-    Maintain Client files
-    Submit monthly client stats to the Director of Social Development and AANDC as required
-    Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
-    Knowledge of BATC Social Development program structure, programs, services, goals and objectives
-    Degree in Social Work and/or extensive experience in administering an Income Assistance program on reserve.
-    Knowledge of INAC Social Policy and the ability to adhere to program compliance
-    Excellent computer skills and data entry
-    Ability to speak/understand Cree or Saulteaux would be an asset
-    Works well under tight deadlines and proficient in multitasking skills
-    Demonstrate knowledge of First Nations cultural and community value systems;
-    Strong communications and organizational skills;
-    Ability to follow directions and perform scheduled activities;
-    Perform duties with minimal supervision
-    Must possess a valid vehicle operators license and a reliable vehicle
-    Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.