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Income Assistant Coordinator

Seabird Island Band
Agassiz, CAN
Mid · 3+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago

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WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Client Support:
  • Receive social assistance applications and ensure that all documentation is completed as per ISC policies and procedures manual, prior to application approval.
  • Assess client’s needs, capabilities and resources.
  • Assist clients to identify available resources and alternative means of support.
  • Assess client's eligibility for Special Needs Program, Children out of Parental Home COPH and food bank.
  • Assist client with disability form as required.
  • Adhere to ISC policies and procedures Manual for all client applications.
  • Make referrals to other client services as required.
  • Teach workshops on budgeting utilities, rent, food, household needs etc.
  • Maintain healthy professional boundaries with clients and promote client independence
  • Identify gaps in services and bring the information to the attention of the Director
  • Work in cooperation with employment team to develop programs
  • Work as a team member of the Health and Social Development Dept.
  • Administration – Client Records:
  • Complete program forms promptly and professionally
  • Maintain professional and accurate client service records.
  • Maintain an up to date filing system.
  • Update Manager/Director on community needs and concerns
  • Administration – Programming:
  • Submit monthly narrative report of activities to the Manager/Director, by the first Friday of each month for the previous month’s activities.
  • Consult with the Manager/Director on work plans and services.
  • Submit monthly budget and development sheets to finance department.
  • Prepare repayment agreements (RPAs) for clients and monitor and track RPAs monthly.
  • Calculate, monitor and track all rent and utility payments.
  • Attend scheduled team meetings with the ESD staff members and other meetings as requested by the manager.
  • General:
  • Follow within the guidelines and protocols of ISC regulations and policies that affect the delivery of the Social Assistance program.
  • Advocate for Seabird Island Band Members’ and Community members’ rights and entitlements
  • Be familiar with and adhere to the Seabird Island Band Personnel policies and procedures.
  • Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your Supervisor, Manager, Director, or the ED.

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Education
  • Social Services Worker Diploma or background
  • Minimum of 3 years working in financial/social development field;
  • Computer literacy in MS Office and other data management computer programs;
  • Knowledge of basic budgeting and accounting principles;
  • Valid BC Driver’s License, Class 5 & clean Driver’s Abstract
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector - CRRP
  • Preferred
  • Experience with the Indigenous community and Social Assistance programs;
  • Must have a strong understanding of finances, budgeting, event operation budgeting and proposal writing.
  • Knowledge, respect, and understanding of Stó: lō culture, history, traditions, and language is considered an asset
  • Experience working with First Nations community is considered an asset
  • Skills and abilities
  • Excellent assessment, interviewing and counseling skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing;
  • Ability to build strong relationship with clients
  • Ability to balance competing priorities and to work under pressure
  • Highly flexible, and detail-oriented;
  • High professional and ethical standards.
  • Knowledge of First Nations family issues and ability to work with First Nations families;
  • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills;
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information.
  • Familiarity with Occupational Health & Safety Act; understand and abide by applicable fire regulations.
  • Knowledge of the Stó:lō Nation culture, traditions, and language
  • Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to adhere to an Oath of Confidentiality agreement, Seabird Island Band Policies and Procedures
  • REPORTS TO: Executive Assistant to Director of Health & Social Development
  • PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING
  • Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with SIB HR Policy, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.
  • Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights code, preference may be given to Applicants of Indigenous, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.
  • We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Preferred

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