Community Support Coordinator - Infinity Women Secretariat

December 2, 2024
Posting #24-15-020

The Infinity Women Secretariat (IWS) is a non-profit organization that connects Red River Métis women, girls, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals throughout the Province of Manitoba and beyond, with a mandate to promote, empower, and enhance their well-being. Incorporated on April 23, 2013, IWS has become well known in our Red River Métis communities and remains a proud affiliate of the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis.

The IWS seeks to fill one full-time Community Support Coordinator position located at 150 Henry Ave in Winnipeg, MB. The Community Support Coordinator administers the Pey Key Way Ta Hin - Bring Me Home program and provides support, advocacy, and community navigation for Red River Métis Citizens who are impacted by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQ+ Individuals (MMIWG2S+).

Job Duties/Competencies:

• Coordinate the Pey Key Way Ta Hin - Bring Me Home Program in accordance with contracts/contribution agreements;
• Case management for murdered and missing Red River Métis Citizens, survivors, and families;
• Conduct intake assessment to assess client needs, identify potential concerns, and create an action plan with regular follow-up;
• Develop relationships with prospective and registered families of missing and murdered loved ones;
• Support clients during different stages of wellness to promote social, economic, cultural, and emotional wellbeing during grief, loss, and healing.
• Identify and provide support services to Red River Métis citizens to help overcome barriers;
• Recognize potential crisis and emergency situations and develop strategies to deal with such situations;

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent experience and training related to justice and community program development;
• Training in trauma-informed approach counselling is considered an asset;
• Experience in community outreach work, community support, advocacy and community navigation, etc.;
• Experience with program development and implementation, reporting, and evaluation;
• Knowledge and experience working with survivors of trauma, grief and loss, including crime related;
• Clear Child Abuse Registry Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Criminal Record Check required;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset;
• Knowledge of IWS, Red River Métis culture, and MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation. Access to an on-site fitness facility as well as an in-house restaurant is available.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number. This posting is open until filled.

Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.

MMF Human Resources Department
300-150 Henry Ave
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7
Email to: jobs@mmf.mb.ca
Fax to (204) 947-1816

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