Job Summary:

Lac Seul First Nation is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Investigation Support Worker to join Obishikokaang Sagatay Gamik (OSG). Reporting to the Director of Obishikokaang Sagatay Gamik, the Investigation Support Worker supports children, youth, and families of Lac Seul First Nation during child welfare investigations by ensuring respectful engagement, accurate documentation, and coordination with agencies and service providers.

Above all, this role plays a key part in receiving and managing referral notifications, supporting families through investigation processes, and ensuring the First Nation is informed and involved throughout all child welfare activities.

Salary:              Starting at $24.19/hour based on qualifications and experience.
Hours:              35 hours per week

Job Duties (include but are not limited to):

• Firstly, receive, record, and manage child welfare referral notifications from agencies across Canada.
• Support families during investigations by explaining processes and helping them understand their rights.
• Attend on-reserve child welfare investigations and participate virtually in off-reserve investigations.
• Similarly, confirm membership for children and youth involved in referrals.
• Conduct home assessments to identify risks and support mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate investigation schedules and case-related communications.
• Equally important, ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.
• Maintain detailed and confidential case notes and upload documentation to the database.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and community consultations.
• Lastly, collaborate with OSG staff, community partners, and service providers.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or certificate in social services, human services, family services, community work, or a related field (preferred).
• In addition, experience working in child welfare, family support, or a related environment is an asset.
• Knowledge of child welfare processes, investigation procedures, and risk indicators.
• Experience working with First Nations communities and people.
• Strong communication, advocacy, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
• High standard of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
• Knowledge of the Ojibway language is an asset.
• Ability to travel locally and occasionally for extended periods as required.
• Clear Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Finally, a valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a cover letter along with a resume, and written permission for LSFN People & Culture Department to contact two employment references (most recent supervisors) must be provided. Applications may be mailed, faxed, emailed, or delivered in person to:

Lac Seul First Nation
Attention: C/o PC Dept.
P.O. Box 100
Hudson, ON.  P0V 1X0
Fax #: (807) 582-3585
Email: resumes@lacseulfn.org

Lac Seul First Nation requires candidates who receive offers to complete a Criminal Reference Check. We appreciate all applicants; however, we will only contact those selected for an interview.

Note:

Preferential Hiring Policy: Lac Seul First Nation band members will receive first consideration for hiring.
If no suitable LSFN band members apply, we will then consider Indigenous persons who are non-LSFN members. Finally, if no qualified Indigenous applicants are available, we will offer the position to the most suitably qualified non-Indigenous candidate.