Summary

The role of the Band Representative is critical in serving the children and families of Dokis First Nation. Under the Dokis Social Services Department, the Band Representative will work in partnership with other team members. The Band Representative will provide support to families with legal and court matters, linking services with external child welfare agencies, and providing support to prevention programs. The Band Representative will report to the Social Services Director.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge, awareness and promotion of Dokis First Nation’s interest to courts and external child welfare agencies
• Represents the interest of Dokis First Nation regarding child welfare matters in court
• Liaise between the Dokis First Nation, Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services and other external Child and Family Service Agencies
• Represent the Dokis First Nation whenever our children are in care, have been apprehend...