Jordan's Principle is a child-first and unmet needs-based principle in Canada to ensure that First Nations children have equitable access to all government funded public services. The initiative ensures that all First Nations children living in Canada can access the products, services, and supports they need, when they need them.
The Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre (VAFCS) is a charitable organization that provides programs in health, welfare, social services, human rights, culture, education, recreation and equality for all genders of Aboriginal people of all age groups. The mission of the VAFCS is to provide practical tools for accomplishing our visionary ends through socio economic programs and services that empowers self reliance, responsibility, success and prosperity for all urban Aboriginal individuals, family and community.
The Enhanced Service Coordination Model for Jordan’s Principle in BC features dedicated community-based service coordinators hosted by organizations and First Nations across the province, to support First Nations children to access a full range of existing health, social and education services, as well as to prepare and submit Jordan’s Principle requests to address gaps, delays and disruptions in health social and education supports for First Nations children and youth.
The Approved Request Contingency (ARC) Fund is a third-party payments initiative that enables partner organizations such as the VAFCS to issue payments for approved requests submitted by their Service Coordinator to alleviate the administrative burden and delays. The ARC Administrative Officer will be responsible for the coordinating payments to parents/guardians and service providers on behalf of Indigenous Services Canada; liaising with Indigenous requestors and ensuring accuracy in funding processes, data collection and reporting. The Administrator will also provide support on an as needed basis to the Jordan’s Principle Service Coordinator and liaise with Indigenous Services Canada representatives in the course of implementing the Enhanced Service Coordination model and ARC Fund Initiative in BC Region.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate payments for approved requests in accordance with program delivery guidance set out by Indigenous Services Canada and organizational policies and procedures set out by the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society.
- Work effectively with Indigenous Services Canada, the , service providers and community based partners and Indigenous families and communities to promote Jordan’s Principle, coordinate services and supports and support the delivery of Jordan’s Principle Service Coordination.
- Maintain an accurate database of Jordan’s Principle requests and payments and prepare and submit funder reports on an ongoing basis and in consultation with organizational leadership and finance departments as appropriate.
- Provides financial support services and contributes to the development and supports the implementation of administrative payment systems, processes and procedures;
- Assists in maintaining budgets; reviews and processes invoices and enters data using software such as Excel and budget management tools, collect and analyze financial data and provide reports using databases and financial tracking system.
- Provide administrative support to the Jordan’s Principle Service Coordinator and Service Coordination delivery, and support community building activities as needed.
- Disseminate information to the public and to service providers and community-based professionals to promote Jordan’s Principle and reduce service barriers for Indigenous children in BC.
- Other additional administrative or support tasks based on organizational needs
Qualifications:
- Work effectively with First Nations children and families in a culturally safe manner and trauma informed practice, with a knowledge of social, economic, and political issues affecting First Nations communities.
- Develop strong relationships with diverse stakeholders and partners including Federal and Provincial Government Partners, First Nations, and health, education, and social sector service providers and organizations.
- Work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities, with accuracy and professionalism, with high emotional intelligence, patience, and integrity.
- Demonstrate strong emotional resilience, maintain healthy professional boundaries, and actively engage in a personal wellness plan to sustain effectiveness in demanding situations.
- Maintain accurate databases and prepare reports and supporting documentation to support financial processes and funding reconciliation using programs and software such as Microsoft Excel and other database systems.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Work independently and as a member of a team
- Fluent in English, knowledge of Indigenous language(s) an asset.
The Vancouver aboriginal Friendship Centre encourages members of equity-seeking groups to apply. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants in accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code.
Pay: $28.20 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
