Shawanaga First Nation

The Band Representative Lead is a management position responsible for the leadership, supervision and day-to-day operation of Shawanaga First Nation's Band Representative and Child Well-Being services.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Lead provides direction and oversight to Band Representatives, Prevention Workers, Family Well-Being Workers and other assigned staff. The position is accountable for staff supervision, case-management oversight, annual workplans, budgets, reporting, policies and procedures, risk management, legal and agency coordination, and overall program performance.

The Lead will ensure services are delivered professionally, confidentially and in a culturally appropriate manner that supports the safety and well-being of Shawanaga First Nation children, youth and families. Priority will be placed on maintaining connections to family, extended family, community, culture, customary care and kinship care whenever appropriate.

The Shawanaga First Nation Healing Centre is looking to fill a position as the Child & Youth Coordinator, under the direction of the Executive Director.  The Child & Youth Coordinator will work in collaboration with the Healing Centre Staff to improve service delivery for Children and Youth.

Duties include:

• Working one-on-one with the student inside the classroom and as needed outside the classroom setting

• Cooperate and work as a team member to provide a relevant and meaningful education

• Work under the direction of the Classroom Teacher and Shawanaga First Nation Administration

• Follow the procedures and protocols of Shawanaga First Nation Education Department

• Other duties as may be assigned

The position of the Early Years Coordinator will provide support to families with babies and young children ages 0-6 years. The goal of this program is to provide a one-stop shop to support families and ensure they have the best possible start in life. Extensive experience in all areas of an early years program/setting would be considered an asset.

 The Early Years Coordinator will report to the Executive Director.

The Economic Development Officer (EDO) is highly visible accomplish professional who reports to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The EDO must have the ability to make good strategic decisions, demonstrate strong civic and community leadership, build relationships with economic development partners, the business community, area municipalities and First Nations. The EDO shall use their expertise to help define the character and trajectory of economic growth by focusing on promoting the community and developing sustainable jobs matched to local employment needs and opportunities. The EDO should support Shawanaga First Nation’s profile as a community with an attractive economic climate by welcoming new business opportunities; building on local assets, resources, heritage and innovation.

The Shawanaga First Nation Healing Centre is looking to fill a position as the Nutritionist – Program Support, under the direction of the Executive Director.  The Nutritionist will work as a part of the Healing Centre team and in collaboration with the Healing Centre staff.  The Nutritionist will coordinate directly with the team to align meal prep with specific program needs and event schedules developing balanced meals based on nutritional standards.

Shawanaga First Nation is seeking an experienced, dependable, and safety-conscious Public Works Operator to join our Public Works Department.

The Public Works Operator plays an essential role in maintaining the Nation's infrastructure and municipal services. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment, maintaining roads, drainage systems, water distribution infrastructure, public buildings, parks, and other community assets while ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently, and professionally.

The position requires initiative, sound judgment, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to respond effectively during emergencies including severe weather events, flooding, watermain breaks, and other infrastructure-related incidents.